Drought Articles
5 Tips for Getting Your Trees through the Drought
From water shortages to brush fires, the evidence is clear that the drought afflicting California is serious business. Everywhere you look, you’ll find warnings to avoid wasting water and incentives for conservation and responsible use. One of the best things that you can do for the earth – and your yard – during a drought…
Read MorePreparing your Trees for El Nino
Forecasters everywhere have been predicting that 2015 will serve Californians an El Niño to remember. In fact, The Weather Channel recently forecasted that it could last well into the spring of 2016! Everyone will need to prepare for the influx of rains in different ways – if you’ve got a creek, get those sandbags ready…
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Drought-Tolerant Trees for Bay Area Gardens
Landscaping in the Bay Area demands consideration for water conservation. Here’s a detailed guide to selecting trees that thrive in drought conditions, ideal for any Bay Area property. Sargent Cypress (Cupressus sargentii) Adaptability and Growth: This evergreen prefers sunny spots with good drainage. Remarkably, it only needs water in its first year and can grow…
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