The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our community in a variety of ways, including 4-H, farm advisers, and ...

Q: I received a Phalaenopsis orchid as a present last fall, and it is still blooming. I have never tried growing an orchid ...

While there are between 25,000 and 30,000 orchid species, the most common—and the one most people will have at home—is the ...

Orchids are beautiful flowers that could "bloom constantly" if watered with one common household item you're likely to find ...

Always test-prune on a small part of a shrub before a drastic cut. Not all shrubs behave the same way. The Four Seasons Camellia seldom requires hard pruning. At best, prune a node or two before ...

ORCHIDS get a bad press. The absolute divas of the gardening world – they’re all showy and stunning, until they don’t get what they want. Then they have a strop and die ...

The Hoedowners Pairs & Spares Square Dance Club is starting a new beginner class. Free introductory classes will be offered from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Class series begins March 2 and is $5 per week.

Bonita Bay Marina officials have announced the annual boat show Feb. 21–23 at 27598 Marina Pointe Drive, Bonita Springs.

The Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis) is the easiest orchid to care for. It doesn’t mind neglect, even underwatering and rewards with almost three months of flowers. Choose an orchid that also has many ...

People had the chance to participate in a silent auction, enjoy an orchid viewing and, of course, interact with some animals.

Phalaenopsis orchids are more expensive but can ... come spring or summer. Start by looking out your favorite window. What do you see now that gives you joy? If you only grow flowers, the landscape is ...

Looking out for vital signs your plants need more watering than they did in February is key as the weather begins to notch up ...