Turf Replacement Rebates

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

California's BEST Ornamental Grasses

Citrus Quarantines

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

Sheet Mulching FAQ

From recyclables to fecundity in one long weekend.

Design Tips

5 Designer Plant Combo's for California Gardens

You might not have the budget or the time to find a landscape designer right now, but that doesn't mean you can't still up the ante on wild beauty, wildlife and...

13 BEST Edible Plants for Los Angeles and Orange County California Landscaping

It goes without saving that avocados, citrus, rosemary and thyme should be growing in everyone's garden in California. They're beautiful year round, can withstand drought and deliver potent food and...

Super Wild Succulent Combo

I love combing the streets of suburban L.A. for landscaping surprises. This gem in South Pasadena caught my eye one early spring in 2019. Take a look! Cascades of aeonium,...

All About Ornamental Grasses - California Wild Style

There's a million ways to mix up a big beautiful palette of Ornamental grasses. But in California there's a few extra items to check off to make sure grass gardens will give you the gorgeous you desire....

Citrus is out...Here's what you can Plant instead

Wondering where to buy lemon trees, orange, lime and grapefruit trees? In Los Angeles citrus is basically a black market item. Where once I could pick up a gorgeous 6'...

How-to Get CASH rebates for New landscaping in California 2025

Your new California wild garden can qualify for HUGE SoCal Water$mart rebates. If you're removing lawn you can apply for a $2-4/sq.ft. rebate for your new landscaping. This means if...