Echinacea has a long history as an herb
Gusty winds will cool down June (but not for long)
Summer arrives early as June starts with a warming trend
Sacramento settles into familiar (and windy) weather pattern
Sacramento settles into familiar (and windy) weather pattern
Popular perennial needs good drainage, plenty of sun and well-timed support
Strong winds bring out Red Flag Warning
Find bargains on water-wise plants, natives and succulents
Free registration for native plant garden tour; also special author talk and book signing May 21
Both are great plants for Sacramento-area gardens
Heat alert: Hottest days of 2026 (so far) coming soon
After brief cool-down, spring gardening kicks into high gear.
Give the garden some little bursts of color
Several gardening fundraisers this weekend, starting Friday
Find California natives and water-wise beauties
Yolo master gardeners hold first of two Saturday events
After spring heat wave, prepare for some long-awaited showers
Winter ending with record heat – but hold off on planting tomatoes
Therapy dogs will be special guests at Saturday event
Plenty of compact varieties available to highest bidders
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