Local Botanizing in the Arcata Community Forest By Jess Carey Graphic by Jess Carey One of the first flowers of the season is beginning to bloom in the redwood forest. Graze your eyes across the ...

Highly valued economically, ecologically and culturally, the white oak (Quercus alba) is a keystone forest species and is one ...

The aroma of dried flowers comes from Rebecca Louise Law’s monumental arrangement La Fleur Morte (2025), which was created ...

Sow petunia seeds indoors towards the end of February. These plants bloom from late spring to summer, with vibrant colours ...

We may be headed into fall colors, cooler weather and less daylight, but gardening doesn’t have to be all about preparing our ...

Window planters can add a lovely splash of color to your home's exterior, but they also present unique challenges when it ...

Sowing flowers in late winter is a fantastic way to get beautiful blooms come summer. It is an enjoyable and budget-friendly ...

White piedra is a superficial fungal infection of the hair. Several species of fungus that live in soil or dirty water can cause it. Piedra is the Spanish word for stone. White piedra appears as ...

Dear Master Gardener: I am looking through plant catalogs and trying to design a perennial garden. What are some tips for designing one and what color combinations look best? Answer: You are wise ...

Clusters of white flowers grace the plants in the springtime ... particularly if you are in an area that's prone to stormwater runoff — then great blue lobelia may be the perfect addition to your yard ...