Plants for Dry Shade. How a Tree Works.

Today we’re talking about plants for dry shade. University of California Environmental Horticulture Advisor Karrie Reid has plenty of great suggestions for unthirsty plants for those areas of your yard that don’t get much, if any, sunshine.
Also, Master Gardener Pam Bone explains how a tree moves water and nutrients, and what you’re doing may be cutting off those pipelines in the tree.
We have staff picks, and a list of garden tasks for the week.
Welcome to Episode 19 of the Green Acres Garden Podcast. Let’s go!

Pictured:
Oak Leaf Hydrangea

Links:
Green Acres Nursery & Supply Locations
Green Acres Nursery & Supply Tree Planting Guide
Low Water-Use Plant Trials at UC Davis
How to Stake a Tree / Sacramento Tree Foundation
How to Find a Consulting Arborist