Let's Talk Plants!

If you are looking to dive into plants not just native to California, but native to San Diego to give your garden a truly local character, t

When you think about planting your garden, consider California native plants; they can be a perfect fit! Native plants need minimal water,

The Mediterranean climate of San Diego carries the reputation of year-round garden blooms, the forever spring of a warm temperate environmen

The Broomrape family are parasites with specialized structures on the roots for taking food, water and nutrients from the host plants.

One of the plant strategies for surviving in dry climates is the occurrence of annual flowers with long-lasting seeds that will survive seve

By Linda Jones. As I was driving through a newer development recently, I was struck by the similarity of all of the gardens: each had a small lawn and a few ...

By Bobbie Stephenson. Other than Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve near the coast, San Diego only has coniferous forests on its highest mountains, above an ...