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PlantingWhen to plant in Northern California: fall is the quiet secret
Cooler air and winter rain give new shrubs and perennials a head start on next summer.
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Seasonal advice for Northern California yards. Sample posts for a concept build.
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IrrigationHow to tell if your sprinklers are wasting water
A slow walk around the yard while the system runs shows most of the problems.
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DesignDrought-tolerant doesn't have to mean gravel
Plants that stay full and green on very little summer water, and how to group them.
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SeasonalGetting your yard ready for fire season
Clearing brush, spacing plants and keeping the area closest to the house lean.
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HardscapePavers or natural stone: choosing a patio
How each one feels underfoot, how it ages, and what it takes to keep up.
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Lawn careYour lawn after a dry summer: aerate, overseed, feed
A simple fall routine that brings a tired lawn back before the rain.