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  1. A mature tomato hornworm working his way up the stem to consume fresh new leaves. Maureen Gilmer, Special to The Desert Sun

    Revolutionary bacteria helps control garden pests

    When I first began maintaining newly installed landscapes for Rogers Gardens 30 years ago, my biggest problem was caterpillars.

    • May 17, 2013
  2. Row after row of large specimen trees spans acres in Thousand Palms. Maureen Gilmer/Special to The Desert Sun

    Desert tree expert's knowledge is priceless

    On a recent expedition to the tree farm in Thousand Palms I picked up three beautiful specimen palo verde trees for my ranch from Randy Meyer, the Coachella Valley's king of shade.

    • May 10, 2013
  3. The sun is directly behind my very tall cactus which displays its haze of spines only when back lighted. Maureen Gilmer/Special to The Desert Sun

    Understand lighting to get the best pictures of cactus plants

    If you're as awed as I am by the magnificent cactus flowers blooming in desert gardens, perhaps you'd like a great shot to hang on your wall.

    • May 3, 2013
  4. Earth-tone tumbled pavers are designed to look more like traditional paving stones when a variety of sizes are used. Maureen Gilmer/Special to The Desert Sun

    Permeable paving offers protection

    Of all the green trends in landscape architecture, permeable paving is one of the best new ideas to benefit your project and the environment.

    • Apr. 26, 2013
  5. One of my favorite shots from California Cactus Center is everywhere on Pinterest now, but without watermark. Maureen Gilmer/Special to The Desert Sun

    Pinterest offers tips, ideas for the perfect yard layout

    Thank heaven for Pinterest.com, the most valuable tool for home gardeners no matter where you live.

    • Apr. 19, 2013
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