Q. Last fall, my lawn was looking terrible. It had some random brown areas that ended up being overtaken by weeds. Now that spring is coming, I want to fix the grass, but I don’t know where to start.

As we head into August, some of you will rely on your sprinklers to keep your lawns green. Many local water departments offer free services to inspect inground irrigation systems. It can help water ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Anyone who has ever maintained a lush and beautifully manicured lawn knows that a lot of time and effort goes into keeping it looking its best ...

In southern EU countries such as Greece, Spain and Italy, most freshwater goes to agriculture — and droughts are becoming ...

If you have an in-ground sprinkler system to water your yard or garden, upgrading to a smart controller is a good idea. Compared to a traditional irrigation controller’s tiny LCD screen, confusing ...

An almond orchard in Parlier provides a look into the future of farming. Researchers at UC Merced and the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources installed an irrigation system ...