Its delicate white flowers are rare in hot and dry sites, but Cordia parvifolia offers more than mere beauty

Quintessentially tropical, this broad-leaved beauty can transform bland interiors in the batting of a frond

Fiery bursts of red-orange flowers bring hot summer gardens to life, while this shrub's drought tolerance keeps the living easy

Treat guests to the resort treatment with blossoms, fruit and artwork that stir up an air of the exotic

Scorching weather and high elevations don't have to mean scraggly plantings. These blooms are as gorgeous as they are tough

Don’t put down that spade! Autumn is the perfect time for planting these trees

Winter-defying blooms and pruning saws earn a cheer, while California-focused gardening design books get a well-deserved shout-out

See 6 elements that can help your yard capture natural light and shade, from a carefully placed tree to a geometric fence

Sandpaper verbena's deep purple flowers create a colorful carpet in drought-tolerant gardens

Don't dismiss these common annuals, perennials and shrubs — there are reasons they've been popular for so long