Sometimes snakes get a bad rap. There are over 150 different kinds in the U.S., and 90% of them are harmless. In fact, many are pretty good at pest control, eating slugs, snails, insects, and other ...

If you're scared of snakes, attracting them to your yard may seem like a nightmare. However, while snakes have garnered a bad reputation of being frightening, they're actually an essential part of the ...

Creating the perfect cottage garden can be one of the most relaxing activities for homeowners, ranging from choosing the right shrubs and flowers to hours spent nourishing and caring for your seasonal ...

Celebrate California's biodiversity with the newly designated state snake and shrub: the Giant Garter Snake and Bigberry Manzanita. Learn what makes them special.