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Tips for Fire-Safe, Pollinator Friendly Landscapes in Los Alamos County
Written by Angela Prada Maintaining a fire‑safe yet pollinator‑friendly landscape in the high desert climate of Los Alamos, NM is entirely achievable by combining smart design with timely upkeep. The first thing to consider is…

Aspen Trees, So Much More Than a Tree
By Selvi Viswanathan Aspen trees grow all the time even in Winter despite being deciduous trees. Beneath their thin white outer bark layer, there’s a thin green photosynthetic layer that allows the tree to create…

It’s Time to Plan a Pollinator Paradise
With March finally here, it can feel like getting out in the garden is the right thing to do. However, don’t do any yard work yet! Wait until there have been at least 5 to…

Spring 2026 Arrives Early for Butterflies
© Steve Cary, February 2026 Winters will never be the same. In past Santa Fe winters, it was cold for a few months with an occasional warm spell. Now it is mild for a few…
