Cactus Care While some other types of cacti might bloom around Easter, they’re not technically an Easter cactus. That title goes to a different plant: Rhipsalidopsis gaertneri. With the common name ...

And on all sides, the air is alive with the songs of desert birds. The deserts of the Southwest provide excellent birding.

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As the fires that ravaged Los Angeles in January ebbed, many trees were left standing next to burnt down homes. Here’s why.

Trees are master multitaskers. No duty is too daunting or tedious for these sky-scratching organisms. From soil stabilizers ...

What’s new: Your recently imported ornamental tree might have a stowaway ... for the layperson to tell a legal cactus from an endangered one, whereas it’s pretty obvious a rather colourful lizard ...

Let nature be your guide as you immerse in the beauty of our desert wilds. Here are six places to enjoy the outdoors.

Learn how to grow and care for an Easter cactus with our comprehensive guide. Discover tips on light, soil, watering, and ...

I paid a lot of attention to those words because I already had a big — make that a giant interest in growing these ...

That will mean abandoning projects to plant 1,000 trees in Watts and another 1,000 trees in eastern unincorporated L.A. County, Thomas said. One study found that just three trees can lower the ...

As the seedlings grow into trees, women told Mongabay they are one of the best firewood substitutes for indigenous tree species of shea. Taking part in this effort, they said, helps protect their ...

Known for its large, colorful flowers, this low-maintenance cactus purifies indoor air and adds vibrant beauty to any room The iconic desert cactus is perfect for low-maintenance care, requiring ...