Succulents

Succulents are beautiful, low-water, and easy-to-grow options for SF Bay Area gardens.

See our Succulents page to learn about types of succulents and how to grow, care for and propagate them.

Houseplants

Indoor plants are beautiful additions in any room, and contribute to clean healthy air. The trick is to understand light and water needs, ventilation and optimum growing temperature.

• Five Easy Houseplants

Lawn and ground covers

The latest scientific information can help the home gardener grow beautiful lawn and lawn alternatives, while reducing water, pesticide and fertilizer usage.

• How to Select, Plant, and Care for Turf
• Pests of Lawn and Turf
• Do You Grasscycle?
• Lawn Alternatives from the California Native Plant Society
• Consider Drought Tolerant Ground Covers
• Thinking About Removal Lawn? Here Are the Options

Before you remove your lawn, check here and here to find out if you qualify for a rebate.