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Believe it or Not, Now is a Good Time to Plan for a Drought Tolerant Landscape!

February 15, 2020February 8, 2017

After several years of drought, we have certainly had some significant rains.   Our soils are saturated, aquifers recharging, and we have a snowpack that is thought to last through to next winter.  I couldn’t have wished for a better time …

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Categories Design Topics, Plant Care, Water

Water in the Soil is Like Money in the Bank

February 15, 2020February 17, 2016

I have been delighted with many of the early rainstorms that delivered steady and gentle rains.  The gentle rain allows water to percolate into the soil.  This is where we want it, to feed the roots of our landscapes and …

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  • Home
  • Blog
  • Growing Basics
    • How Much Sun Does Your Plant Need?
    • What’s Our Plant Zone in Nevada County?
  • Pests
    • Deer
      • How to deal with Deer in Your Yard
      • Deer Resistant Plants for Nevada County
    • Beneficial Insects
      • Get the Best Pest Control With Beneficial Insects—Here’s What They Need From You
      • How to Boost the Beneficial Insects in Your Landscape and Garden
    • Ground Squirrels and What to Do About Them
  • Pruning
    • Use These Best Pruning Practices to Keep Your Trees Healthy
    • Should You Use Pruning Sealer?  
    • Recovering After Storm Damage, A Few Tips
    • Can You Repair a Broken Branch?
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