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A regularly updated List of Water Department Rebate offerings for lawn replacement across metropolitan California. Plus FAQ's

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Why it's hard to get citrus in Southern California & what to plant instead.

Design Tips

13 Great California Natives for Xeric Landscaping

In Northern and Central / Coastal California there's SO many great plants you can grow without irrigation. It's not easy, and it may take some trial and error, but be...

August 2025California Wild Gardens

Awesome California frontyard lawn replacements with less water

CASITA GARDEN After Pics & Styling Tips

Styling Tips Mix with modern hardscaping elements and rock mulch - just like the 18-month-old San Fernando Valley Casita garden shown in the pics below - to set off this plant...

July 2025California Wild Gardens

Container Gardening On Decks: A Natural Way To Expand Your Landscape

Container gardening is a gratifying way to bring nature to your deck. But elevating your outdoor space while paying attention to California’s unique environmental concerns requires thoughtful consideration. Here are...

May 2025California Wild Gardens

Ultimate Guide to Drought-Tolerant Hedging

Creating a comforting level of privacy is always one of the first priorities as a landscape designer. A yard should feel welcoming without being overly exposed. And living forms like hedges can...

August 2024Briana Lyon

How to Attract Beneficial Predatory Insects & Pollinators to your Garden

Planting a diversity of plants is important for the health of your garden. Whether you're looking to ensure your little orchard sets fruit or you want to keep pests away...

June 2024Briana Lyon

Easy Rain Garden DIY

Catch the next storm surge with this quick at-home rainwater harvesting feature. All you need is a shovel, some random gravel or rocks - hey! even broken concrete or bricks...

February 2024Briana Lyon