Tag: Plants
How to create a hummingbird-friendly garden in Southern California
If you love the sight of hummingbirds darting through your garden, planting the right flowers can turn your yard into a year-round haven for...
Feeding the pandas at the San Diego Zoo
Roger BoddaertSpecial to the Valley NewsWith the new arrival of the international giant pandas, their dinner plate is in the making with various species...
Heat wave gardening: What your plants need to survive in extreme temperatures
The first step is to select heat-tolerant varieties, but often even that’s not enough. These tips will help plants survive, even thrive, in the...
Going native in your garden, Part 2
Roger BoddaertSpecial to Valley NewsIf you were inspired by Part 1 of “Going Native in Your Garden” let’s dig a little deeper and now...
Keeping pets safe in the garden
If you have pets that enjoy spending time outdoors, it’s important to make sure your yard is a safe place for them to be....
Fiddleneck plant toxic to horses
Winter rains are bringing forth lovely wildflower blooms across the Anza Valley. One of the earliest blossoms to emerge is the infamous fiddleneck.There are...
Efficiency is key to building water-wise communities
Greg ThomasSpecial to Valley NewsAt Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District, we’re passionate about building water-wise communities. We’re proud of all the steps that our...
Fiddleneck plant is toxic to horses
Winter rains are bringing forth wildflower blooms across the Anza Valley. One of the earliest blossoms to emerge is the fiddleneck.Several fiddleneck species are...
Explore home design with authentic materials
Family FeaturesSpecial to Valley NewsCreating a welcoming and relaxing space may be easier than you expect when you give natural materials a leading role...
Get rid of pests in the garden
Andrea VerdinSpecial to Valley NewsSpring is just around the corner. Plants and flowers are budding, and gardens will begin to bear fruits and vegetables...