As climate change inexorably makes South Texas' summers hotter and drier — and winters more likely to bring deep, extended freezes — homeowners may want to reconsider the types of plants they put in ...

The golden age of California resort culture during the 1930s saw Hollywood stars and wealthy industrialists transform the desert oasis of Palm Springs into America's most glamorous winter playground.

The Atacama Desert in Chile might be one of the driest places on the planet, but even this barren landscape can occasionally bloom into a sea of colorful flowers – and right now it's at its peak. The ...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Switching from grass to a desert landscape can save the average family 70,000 gallons of water annually, according to the City of Scottsdale. This summer, Tucson Water will be ...

A new Tucson Water initiative will help pay for Tucson businesses and apartment complexes to switch out grass for more eco-friendly desert landscaping. The new rebate program is part of a new $1.8 ...

Desert Hot Springs is upgrading one of its smallest parks to make it more aesthetically pleasing for residents. Reflection Park, formerly known as Hot Springs Park, is located at 10-901 Palm Drive, ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...