Learn the common weeds in California, from crabgrass and foxtail to poison hemlock and mallow, with photos, an ID chart, and tips to keep them out of your lawn.
Category: California
Best Grass Seed for the San Francisco Bay Area
Kentucky bluegrass, perennial ryegrass, tall fescue, fine fescue, and Bermudagrass are the best grass for the Bay Area.
When to Fertilize Your Lawn in California
The best time to fertilize in California is March to November, depending on your area and grass type. California’s climate varies throughout the state, affecting when grasses grow.
The Best Native Plants for Your Bay Area Landscape
California poppy, beardtongue, chaparral mallow, pitcher sage, and manzanita are some of the best native plants for your Bay Area landscape.
5 Best Grass Types for California Lawns
Discover the 5 best grass types for California, from Bermudagrass to tall fescue, and learn which one grows best in your region, sun, and water conditions.
27 California Native Plants for a Low-Water Yard
Discover more than two dozen of the best California native plants to help you with your planting needs, no matter which diverse climate you live in.
Top 15 FAQs about California’s Green Lawn Care Law
California’s Green Lawn Care Law bans the sale of gas-powered lawn care tools to reduce both air and noise pollution. […]
California’s Green Lawn Care Law: What You Need to Know
California’s new law bans the sale of new gas-powered lawn equipment. We’ll detail what it means for homeowners and the landscaping industry.
4 Best Grass Types for Los Angeles Lawns
With the hustle and bustle of living in LA, who has time to think about the lawn? We’ve done the […]
Drought-Resistant Landscaping Ideas for Los Angeles
Although Los Angeles County isn’t technically a desert (it has a Mediterranean climate), Southern California is seriously threatened by drought. […]