Just before Thanksgiving, my sister was cutting some fresh herbs from her garden for Thanksgiving. Her small, south facing back yard has a solid fence around it creating a perfect “microclimate.” A ...

Ever wondered why certain streets feel a few degrees warmer or why a random hillside stays foggy while the valley below bakes under sun? These are microclimates, and they're way stranger than most ...

The secret to a thriving garden is not fighting the regional climate but rather grasping the “Grand Master” of design: ...

Anyone who spends time in Napa Valley learns that the valley gets hotter in summer or colder in winter as you head toward Calistoga. The difference can be as much as 20 degrees. The southern part of ...

Whether you are starting a garden from scratch or planning improvements to an existing garden, it’s a good time to consider the merits of Mediterranean-climate gardening. This style of gardening works ...

The secret to a thriving garden is not fighting the regional climate but rather grasping the “grand master” of design: context. Context is crucial in design, shaping how your garden interacts with its ...