Santa Cruz Sentinel on MSN2h
Tom Karwin, On Gardening | Late winter to early spring blooms
"California’s Central Coast region, including Monterey Bay, has a Mediterranean climate characterized by mild, wet winters ...
Time to turn over a new leaf? San Diego’s official flower might change
Did you know San Diego has an official flower? The carnation has represented the city since 1964, but there's a motion to ...
Birds & Blooms on MSN6h
Discover the Desert Birds of the Southwest
You'll be amazed by the ways desert birds survive and thrive in dry country. Learn about the bird species that live in ...
What should be San Diego’s official flower? Bracket-style tournament will ditch a bouquet standby for something native
City officials are encouraging gardeners to cultivate native plants to support local species in the nation’s most biodiverse ...
San Diego’s official flower could be changed — and the public will have a say
The city of San Diego is beginning the process of changing its official flower from the carnation to one native to the region.
‘Devil’-like flower with ‘horns’ found in Texas is new species. Its location is secret
A volunteer at Texas’ Big Bend National Park spotted bright red blooms after rain in a remote stretch of desert, leading to ...
Palm trees are about as L.A. as it gets. But is it time to bid them a frond farewell?
When it comes down to it, L.A.’s palm trees are like the lilies of the field, glorious to behold but neither toiling nor ...