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Unrelenting heat, wind and lack of rain can create inhospitable conditions for plants, as well as humans. But a simple change ...

Once your drought-tolerant, native plants are fully established, they will seldom, if ever, require supplemental watering.

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Who doesn't like a nice, strong cup of coffee in the morning? Some plants, apparently, and adding leftover grounds to the ...

The fertilizing frenzy officially commenced last week, so this week I shall keep the momentum of N-P-K going. If you recall, ...

This compact evergreen holds its vibrant color year-round without burning or fading.

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