Famed rose breeder loses home in wildfire
Sacramento-area rose clubs organize fundraiser to help Tom Carruth
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Smoke and high heat? Watch out for ash, ozone damage
Triple-digit temperatures and smoky conditions can create high pollutant levels
‘Ash Wednesday’ follows nearby wildfires
Ash particles pepper an elephant ear leaf. Rinse off the debris. (Photos: Debbie Arrington) Use a broom or hose to remove ash from the patio, not a leaf blower. It’s raining ash! After all...
Be ready for wildfire with free workshop
Stonecrops such as this ‘Autumn Joy’ variety are among low-growing shrubs that are good choices for fire-resistant landscaping. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) Fire season is now year-round in California. Let your landscape help you protect...