11. Ocotillo: Ocotillo is a unique desert plant with long, spiny stems and vibrant red or orange flowers. It adds a dramatic and architectural element to the garden. 12. Red Yucca: Red yucca ...

In addition to major projects like swapping out siding to make a home more fire-resistant, landscaping strategies can also play a role in helping to protect your home from encroaching flames, ...

A. Winter protection means forcing your sedum or succulent plant into dormancy by withholding water. Stop watering in ...

If there’s any plant that symbolizes the Mojave Desert, it is probably the Joshua tree (Yucca brevifolia). This unmistakable ...

On Thursday, the Aquarium of the Pacific released its first Marine Species Report Card, detailing the population trends of 30 ...

xeriscaping — the process of landscaping that lessens or even eliminates any need for irrigation — is becoming more and more popular, and native plants fit right in with that approach. There are many ...

Researchers in Palm Desert and Mongolia are sharing conservation strategies to protect landscapes and the communities that ...

To limit damage to pavers or the pool shell, steer clear of plants with aggressive root systems like Monstera deliciosa, ...

You may see signs of spring bulbs in your outdoor garden ... varied lot of plants, and some such as Hens and Chicks (also known as a common houseleek), Sedum “Angelina” and yucca “Gold ...

Yucca plants add a dramatic, architectural look to any room with their sword-like ... While it needs a bright spot to thrive, its watering needs are minimal, generally requiring water only when the ...