Dahlias are the epitome of midsummer splendor: beautiful, jewel-toned blooms that range from dainty lollipops to 15-inch ...

A local florist and cut flower farmer’s business has now bloomed into a grower’s guide for dahlias. Fran Parrish, owner of Heirloom Soul Florals, has shared her know-how in a 200-page book, “Growing ...

The Art of Bonsai: 6-8 p.m. third Thursdays and 1-3 p.m. third Saturdays. Instructor Bobby Curttright will guide you through ...

MANY gardeners spend hours painstakingly making their flowerbeds perfect, only to be faced with one insect nemesis: snails.

"The Santa Cruz Orchid Society and the Santa Cruz Bonsai Kai club will co-host their respective shows on May 3 and 4 at the ...

While snails often eat petunias, dahlias or sunflowers to the ground with their rasping tongues, geraniums are almost inedible to themCredit: Pelargonium for Europe With the right care ...

From geraniums to white calamint, see the top summer flowers with pictures. These perennials and annuals are easy to care for ...

No room for a garden? That’s no problem as these 20 stunning flowers and foliage plants thrive in pots making them perfect ...

All Moms deserve to feel special on Mother’s Day, so treat her to a thoughtful gardening gift that helps her get the most out ...

With terms like ‘vegan’ and ‘cruelty-free’ gaining popularity, the true meaning of these words has been blurred and is often ...

Are you looking for a plant that adds a touch of elegance without the fuss? Meet the Hoya, often called the wax plant. Its thick, glossy leaves and delicate, sculpted flowers bring a unique ...

The next UC Master Gardener workshop will focus on how to grow flowers for cutting and arranging in SLO County.