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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. The finished backyard transformation at the Stackpole residence by licensed contractor Matt Blashaw and his crew. SHNS photo courtesy of Scripps Networks Interactiv

    Fire features this year's must-have

    Just as bubbling fountains became ubiquitous backyard accessories, outdoor fire features have become the newest must-have addition.

    • May 17, 2013
  3. Decorating with your collections is a wonderful way to weave your personality into your decor. Courtesy

    Create artful displays with collections

    Decorating with your collections is a wonderful way to weave your personality into your decor and make your home a unique expression of your life and interests. Here are tips I use to create displays with my collections.

    • May 17, 2013
  4. TOP: Distinctive Home in downtown Palm Springs offers a variety of orange accessories and homegoods that can brighten up a room. BOTTOM: Some of the orange furniture and accesories at Distinctive Home in downtown Palm Springs. Jay Calderon/ The Desert Sun

    Palm Springs' signature color orange adds personality

    Frank Sinatra said it best, 'Orange is the happiest color.'

    • May 10, 2013
  5. 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
  6. 101 Ideas: Top 10 bedroom design styles

    Choosing a specific design style for your bedroom can transform it into your favorite space in the house.

    • May 10, 2013
  7. This undated photo released by FormLA Landscaping shows a living succulent picture created for the courtyard of the 2012 Pasadena Showcase House of Design. Living pictures, cuttings of assorted succulents woven together in everything from picture frames to pallet boxes, are hot among garden designers and landscapers this spring as an easy, modern way to add color and texture to an outdoor space. AP

    Let your garden walls come alive

    Looking for a fresh way to liven up your garden walls? Think plants, not paintings.

    • May 3, 2013
  8. Fruit and floral centerpieces are a snap to put together as long as you have the materials on hand. SHNS photo courtesy mattandshari.com

    Use fruit, flowers to create centerpieces

    Fruit and floral centerpieces are a snap to put together — as long as you have the materials on hand.

    • May 3, 2013
  9. 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
  10. Solpugids are frightening-looking creatures that are relatively large, have huge four-part jaws, and a covering of prickly hair all combining to create a very intimidating appearance. James Cornett/Special to The Desert Sun

    Beware of these deadly jaws

    What may very well be the creature with the most powerful jaws in the world, relative to its size, has emerged from hibernation to terrorize the animals on which it preys.

    • Apr. 27, 2013
  11. Sobieski House, Koning Eizenberg Architecture. Photo by Eric Staudenmaier

    Julie Eizenberg: 'Everyone is entitled to good design'

    A building is just a building until it becomes a part of someone's life.

    • Apr. 27, 2013
  12. Leslie Shockley adds yard waste to the composting bin in her backyard on March 20. Jay Calderon/The Desert Sun

    Compost brings out garden's lush beauty

    The Palm Desert resident is kept busy by her gardens.

    • Apr. 26, 2013
  13. 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
  14. Moruzzi. Contributed Image

    Designers, artists share thoughts on Palm Springs' vibe

    Palm Springs exudes retro cool, from its rustic Western roots to its sleek mid-century designs. As the city celebrates its 75th year, seven local creative minds weigh in on its evolution and what being a modern city means.

    • Apr. 20, 2013
  15. Cornett. Desert Sun file

    What you need to know about rattlesnakes

    Many people freeze in fear at the very thought of a rattlesnake.

    • Apr. 20, 2013

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