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Tagged: wildfires
How fire-resistant are your neighborhood trees?
Los Angeles firestorm a reminder of how wildfire can spread with aid of landscape
Sacramento’s July heat averaged 101 degrees
Relief from triple-digit temperatures coming this weekend, but smoky skies may linger
Learn how to ‘firescape’ and protect home from wildfire
Salvia, such as the popular “Hot Lips” variety, is a good choice for firescaping as well as for drought resistance. Learn about firescaping during a free class Saturday. (Photo: Kathy Morrison) When it comes...
Morningsun Herb Farm reopens for business
The website announces the good news of Morningsun’s reopening. Less than two weeks after devastating wildfires torched its surroundings and many neighboring farms, Moningsun Herb Farm reopened for business. Today (Sept. 1), the popular...
Dig In: Garden checklist for week of Aug. 23
Prepare for more dry lightning storms (and smoke) “When thunder roars, go indoors.” That’s the advice of the National Weather Service this weekend as another round of dry thunderstorms head our way. Ash from...
Iris farm in Solano devastated by Hennessey Fire; Morningsun site spared
This is all that’s left standing of the Richard family home at the Pleasants Valley Iris Farm in Vacaville. (Photo courtesy Pleasants Valley Iris Farm) It’s a small gardening world, especially in the greater...
‘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...
Wildfire brings more ozone problems
These citrus leaves show ozone damage. (Photo courtesy UC IPM) Hot, smoky conditions create high pollutant levels Plants may be able to cope with wildfire smoke better than people. But ozone is another matter....