The Coastal Gardener

Here on the North Coast, we are blessed with moderate winter temperatures and abundant moisture in the form of fog, rain, mist, spritz, drizzle, downpours, and the occasional bomb cyclone. All that moisture and our abundant plant growth make for some terrific slug habitat. Now is the time to search out their…

 By Karen BurgesserDahlias are bushy, tuberous herbaceous perennial plants and belong to the Asteraceae family. There are only 42 species but over 57,000 cultivated varieties. Dahlias, native to Mexico, are designated as the national flower. Dahlias produce a starchy root tuber and originally were grown…

 By Laurel CondroGardening is a great way to stay fit and interact with nature. We can explore our creativity and learn about the environment. Throughout our lifespan, we may experience physical limitations or need to modify our garden to share our hobby with someone with special needs. With adaptations…

 By June WalshWinter in the Moss Family Temperate Woodland Garden at Humboldt Botanical Garden brings new colors and blooms after the exuberance of Spring and Summer. The deciduous trees, magnolias, maples, dogwoods, red bud, Styrax and Stewartia colo rtheir leaves yellows, browns, and brilliant…

As fall settles in on California’s North Coast, gardeners are presented with a unique opportunity—not to wind down, but to set the stage for success in the seasons ahead. Autumn is the perfect time to enrich your soil, outsmart pests, and plan for a more productive spring garden.Whether you're putting your…