Burgundy Plum Prunus salicina "Burgundy" The Burgundy Plum Tree, also known as Prunus salicina, is a deciduous, self fertile tree that is easily grown in full sun and well-drained soils. This variety grows about10-15 feet tall and wide. It's fragrant blooms arrive in Spring and it's sweet, mild [...]
Water-wise Garden – Insect Investigation
Ava Castro2024-07-19T13:47:48-07:00On June 15, 2024, the heart of the Roseland community in Santa Rosa buzzed with excitement as Daily Acts partnered with Bayer Farm to host the "Water-wise Insect Investigation" event. This bilingual program, presented in both English and Spanish, was designed to engage kids and families in the wonders of water-wise gardening and the [...]
LRP Residential Landscape Transformation: Example #1
Andrea Casali2024-06-10T14:39:49-07:00The Petaluma residents who received this landscape makeover had an outdated, water intensive lawn and a yard prone to flooding. They were ready for a transformation that would solve those problems and be more climate resilient as well as beautiful. Daily Acts created a landscape design that included sheet mulching, native and drought tolerant [...]
Miwok Valley Charter School Climate Resilient Garden Transformation
Andrea Casali2024-06-05T16:12:10-07:00This was our first installation for our Climate Resilient Schools Program, expanding our Land Resilience Partnership Program by supporting water conservation projects at four local schools in Petaluma. Water conservation measures such as rainwater tanks, turf conversion and efficient irrigation will be installed at the schools, along with the planting of native trees to [...]
Miwok Park Climate Resilient Garden Transformation
Andrea Casali2024-06-05T15:57:50-07:00At Miwok Park, Daily Acts completed its first public water-wise landscape installation through the Petaluma River Watershed Land Resilience Partnership. Prior to this project, this frequently trafficked park had little shade, major flooding, and expansive lawn. Through our partnership with the City of Petaluma Parks, ReLeaf Petaluma, Sonoma Resource Conservation District, ReBuilding Together and [...]
Bush Anemone
Andrea Casali2024-05-23T15:01:02-07:00Bush Anemone Carpenteria Californica Bush Anemone, or Carpenteria californica, is an attractive evergreen shrub with glossy dark green and narrow leaves. It is a rare California native plant with abundant bright white and yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. They have a pleasant fragrance [...]
Chamomile
Ava Castro2024-06-12T18:48:58-07:00Feverfew Tanacetum parthenium Feverfew, or Tanacetum parthenium, is a perennial flowering plant in the daisy family native to Eurasia. It grows well in full sun and many people grow it to help prevent insects in the garden. It is also used by some to create topical ointments. [...]
Asian Pear
Ava Castro2024-04-11T13:17:29-07:00Asian Pear Pyrus pyrifolia The Asian Pear, also known as Nashi Pear or Apple Pear, is a crisp and juicy fruit prized for its unique texture and sweet flavor. Originating in East Asia, particularly China, Japan, and Korea, this pear variety has become popular worldwide for its refreshing [...]
Saturn Peach
Ava Castro2024-04-11T13:14:08-07:00Saturn Peach Prunus persica var. platycarpa The Saturn Peach, also known as Donut Peach or Flat Peach, is a unique and delectable fruit known for its distinctive flattened shape and sweet, juicy flavor. Originating in China, this peach variety has gained popularity worldwide for its mild, sweet taste [...]
Chinese Apricot
Ava Castro2024-04-11T13:09:20-07:00Chinese Apricot Prunus armeniaca The Chinese Apricot Tree is a prized fruit tree cherished for its delectable apricots and ornamental beauty. Originating in China, it has been cultivated for centuries for its sweet, juicy fruit and stunning spring blossoms. With its elegant, spreading canopy and delicate pink or [...]