"Now that we’ve experienced the autumnal equinox, the summer has ended, the days are shrinking in time, and the fall planting season has arrived," writes Tom Karwin.
"Lawns are monocultures that contrast with nature’s biodiversity, which supports both native habitat plants and wildlife," writes Tom Karwin. "For example, we have often cited the work of entomologist Doug Tallamy, who has strongly advocated native plants as components in the web life of birds. So, for both water conversation and environmental preservation, good practice in landscaping includes lawn replacement with drought-tolerant plants, and preferably plants that are locally native."
"California’s legislative session closed recently. As always, the state’s lawmakers addressed a range of issues and approved significant actions that are now ready for the governor’s actions," writes Tom Karwin. "Today’s topic focuses on two bills that relate to gardening: AB 1572 and AB 1573, both introduced by Assemblymember Laura Friedman."
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