More than 100 California farmers have planted agave in the last five years as the industry grows 110% annually, with $2.3 billion market value.

Five things to do in the garden this week: Perennials. Tall slipper plant (Pedilanthus bracteatus) is a highly drought-tolerant selection from Mexica whose bracts are suggestive of Dorothy’s footwear ...

The Mexican marigold has been farmed for generations and takes the spotlight every year in the country's Day of the Dead ...

Dry spells happen—especially during those dog days of summer—but that doesn't mean your garden has to suffer. With the best drought-tolerant plants, you can grow a space that stays colorful, vibrant, ...

Xeriscaped landscape with drought-tolerant blue, purple, and yellow colored flowers - Kathryn Roach/Shutterstock When seeking out plants that can hold up to heat and periods of low water, it may be ...

Desert landscaping brings a set of challenges that gardeners in more verdant regions don't have to consider. Low rainfall totals limit your choices to drought-tolerant plants and hardscaping with ...

As the Western U.S. faces more damaging droughts, local governments—as well as an increasing number of homeowners—have been successfully promoting landscaping practices that eschew the stereotypical ...

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – As spring takes hold, gardeners across Wichita are heading to nurseries to prepare their yards for the warmer months. But with the city currently under Stage 2 drought ...