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On Saturday, September 16th, 2023, Daily Acts volunteers completed the first phase of a landscape transformation at McKinley Elementary and Petaluma Accelerated Charter School. Over 15 volunteers, including McKinley Elementary students, parents, and staff gathered to lay cardboard, compost, and woodchips across 3,000 sq ft to "compost the lawn in-place." Participants learned about sheet [...]

On August 19th, we partnered with the City of Petaluma to provide a tour of diverse climate-resilient landscapes located in East Petaluma. Residents from across Sonoma County were given the opportunity to come together and tour three residences that have adopted laundry-to-landscape greywater, rainwater harvesting, and food forest/pollinator garden practices on their land. At [...]

Bartlett Pear Pyrus communis The Bartlett pear, scientifically known as Pyrus communis 'Bartlett', is a classic and widely cultivated pear variety recognized for its sweet and juicy fruit, as well as its adaptability to various climates. This pear variety has a rich history and remains a beloved choice [...]

Pineapple Guava Feijoa sellowania The feijoa is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach 15 ft. high and 15 ft. wide. In addition to the fruit it provides, the shrub also doubles handsomely as a landscape specimen. Flower petals are edible and sweet like cotton candy, and fruit [...]

Western Redbud Cercis canadensis The redbud plant is a beautiful and ornamental tree or shrub that is native to North America. It is admired for its stunning display of pink or purple flowers that bloom in early spring, before the leaves emerge. The redbud also showcases heart-shaped leaves [...]

Manzanita Arctostaphylos densiflora Manzanita (Arctostaphylos densiflora) is a small shrub growing in low, spreading clumps under one meter in height. Of the heath family, its shiny green leaves are oval to widely lance-shaped and less than three centimeters long. The flowers of this species provide nectar for butterflies [...]

Seaside Daisy Erigeron glaucus Seaside daisy, scientifically known as Erigeron glaucus, is a charming coastal perennial plant cherished for its delicate yet resilient nature. With its profusion of small, daisy-like flowers and tolerance to coastal conditions, this plant is a favorite in seaside gardens and landscapes. [...]

Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Rosemary, or Rosmarinus officinalis, is a fragrant and versatile herb that is well-known for its aromatic leaves and a wide range of culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. Evergreen, long-flowering and low maintenance, this Mediterranean shrub is great for pollinators especially in the fall and winter. [...]

Orange Sedge Carex testacea Orange Sedge, scientifically known as Carex testacea, is an ornamental grass known for its distinctive coloration and graceful appearance. Originating from New Zealand, this plant has gained popularity in landscaping for its vibrant foliage and adaptability to various growing conditions. Its unusual orange color, [...]

Cleveland Sage Salvia clevelandii x luecophylla Cleveland Sage, scientifically known as Salvia clevelandii, is a fragrant and visually appealing perennial shrub native to Southern California and parts of northern Baja California. It's a member of the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is cherished for its aromatic leaves, colorful blossoms, [...]