Whether you're a renter or simply don't want to commit to planting a tree in your yard, this beautiful flowering option works ...

They operate on the principal of wabi-sabi, which encourages appreciating simplicity and finding beauty in the worn, aged, and understated. But make no mistake: Their home is filled with color, ...

A poorly pruned crepe myrtle tree can turn into an eyesore with twiggy growth and a lack of flowers. Follow this guide to ...

Walter Reeves gives advice on azalea and camellia leaf gall, and how to grow a new trunk for a crape myrtle tree.

Ox tongue (Gasteria glomerata) is a succulent gem. Foliage consists of paired leaves, each of which is thick and covered with ...

For centuries, the Amazon has drawn treasure seekers in search of gold. These days, that pursuit continues, but what’s left is harder to find and comes with a heavy cost – toxic mercury pollution.

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the ...

Residents interact with an artwork of an octopus maze on the Upper Great Highway on April 5, 2026. Photo by Junyao Yang. Sign up below to get Mission Local’s free newsletter, a daily digest of news ...

I have a good-sized crepe myrtle that must be moved ... as long as the ground is not frozen. Before moving a tree or shrub of fair size, some earlier prep will help reduce transplant shock ...