Even after the holidays have passed you can still give new purpose to your Christmas tree. Here's what to know.

A jury declared the city was party responsible for the creek erosion that caused an Atascadero family to leave their home forever — but it was not found solely to blame.

Why, every Christmas, do so many people endure the mess of dried pine needles, the risk of a fire hazard and impossibly tangled strings of lights?

Waiting a century for an oak to create shade in your yard is hard. However, the negative aspects of fast-growing trees make ...

Most of us look at a tree in the backyard and think trimming a few branches is no big deal. You grab a ladder, maybe fire up ...

Avoiding mulch volcanoes goes a long way in keeping trees healthy, as well. The main issue with this type of mulching is that ...

After a summer spent tending to patio plants, pulling weeds, and harvesting herbs, it’s time to shift gears: your garden needs a little prep before winter sets in. Getting your outdoor space ready now ...

A year after the Eaton and Palisades fires, the natural areas, such as canyons and parks, were devastated. But nature has some things up her sleeve that may surprise you.

The first option is Frogfruit, Phyla nodiflora, which is a native groundcover that handles mowing very well. This spreading ...

It’s already restricted on public rights-of-way, but with no enforcement, it has proliferated nonetheless. Residents say it’s ...

How can homeowners choose a trusted tree service that truly protects their property and trees? That question is addressed in detail in a new feature, where Tree Service Expert Brandon Lindke of BL ...