--- title: Moon Valley California Blog | Damian Russell description: Damian Russell is a nursery pro with over 12 years of experience. He has designed countless landscape designs across California and Texas. Currently residing in Austin, Texas, Damian brings his nursery knowledge to his writings to provide you with the best yard care tips. --- # This is Dummy Title, Enter your title Here Continue Reading # The Essential Guide to Drought Tolerant Plants for California [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/the-essential-guide-to-drought-tolerant-plants-for-california) # The Top 10 Palm Trees for California & Where to Plant Them [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/the-top-10-palm-trees-for-california-where-to-plant-them) # Ficus Nitida: The Original Hollywood Style Hedge [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/ficus-nitida-the-original-hollywood-style-hedge) ### Topics - Select a Topic ### Stay up to date [SUBSCRIBE TO OUR BLOG](https://go.moonvalleynurseries.com/marketing-communication-sign-up) ### Stay up to date ##### Search The Blog - [Blog](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california) - / - Author ## Damian Russell Damian Russell is a nursery pro with over 12 years of experience. 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[mailto:lkalawsky@mvncorp.com](mailto:lkalawsky@mvncorp.com) #### All Posts from Damian Russell [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/7-Aug-02-2022-07-28-50-65-PM.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-plant-trees-plants-the-right-way-in-california) [Landscape Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/landscape-tips) [Inspiration](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/inspiration) [Planting Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/planting-tips) ##### [How To Plant Trees & Plants The Right Way In California](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-plant-trees-plants-the-right-way-in-california) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on August 2, 2022 Planting trees and plants in our gardens and landscapes has many benefits. It is good for the environment, adds purpose to our yards, helps to increase the value and curb appeal of our... [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-plant-trees-plants-the-right-way-in-california) [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/3-Jun-22-2022-03-48-36-86-PM.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-trim-palm-trees-in-california) [Landscape Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/landscape-tips) [Tree Maintenance](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-maintenance) [Tree Highlights](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-highlights) ##### [How to Trim Palm Trees in California](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-trim-palm-trees-in-california) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on June 22, 2022 Palm trees are a beautiful addition to any landscape in California. Whether they are used to create a lush oasis around a backyard pool, a tropical resort entryway, or simply to augment... [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/how-to-trim-palm-trees-in-california) [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/4-May-13-2022-03-35-33-17-PM.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/moon-valley-nurseries-memorial-day-marinades) [Landscape Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/landscape-tips) [Citrus and Fruit](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/citrus-and-fruit) [Tree Highlights](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-highlights) ##### [Moon Valley Nurseries' Memorial Day Marinades](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/moon-valley-nurseries-memorial-day-marinades) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on May 21, 2022 Memorial Day Weekend is here and before we break out the grill we would like to take a moment to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.Many of us will be enjoying... [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/moon-valley-nurseries-memorial-day-marinades) [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/2-Apr-11-2022-08-39-19-28-PM.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/caring-for-your-citrus-trees-a-complete-guide) [Citrus and Fruit](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/citrus-and-fruit) [Tree Maintenance](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-maintenance) [Tree Highlights](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-highlights) ##### [Caring for Your Citrus Trees: A Complete Guide](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/caring-for-your-citrus-trees-a-complete-guide) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on April 11, 2022 There’s nothing quite like a glass of homemade lemonade, a juicy wedge from a freshly picked orange, or a bite of luscious key lime pie. Do you want to offer your family these kinds of... [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/caring-for-your-citrus-trees-a-complete-guide) [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/BEST%20USES%20FOR%20LARGE%20NUMBERS%20OF%20TREES%20(1)-2.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/utilizing-groups-of-trees-in-your-landscape-style) [Landscape Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/landscape-tips) [Design Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/design-tips) [Tree Highlights](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-highlights) ##### [UTILIZING GROUPS OF TREES IN YOUR LANDSCAPE STYLE](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/utilizing-groups-of-trees-in-your-landscape-style) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on May 24, 2021 It’s often that we discuss how to create a beautiful yard by using various design techniques and following a landscape style, but there are many times when a property needs a large... [Continue Reading](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/utilizing-groups-of-trees-in-your-landscape-style) [![](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/hubfs/8-May-10-2021-08-08-02-09-PM.png)](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tropical-backyard-ideas-part-3-the-flowering-trees-plants-of-paradise) [Landscape Tips](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/landscape-tips) [Tree Highlights](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/tree-highlights) [Flowering Trees](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tag/flowering-trees) ##### [TROPICAL BACKYARD IDEAS – PART 3: FLOWERING TREES & PLANTS OF PARADISE](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/tropical-backyard-ideas-part-3-the-flowering-trees-plants-of-paradise) By [Damian Russell](https://blog.moonvalleynurseries.com/california/author/damian-russell) on May 12, 2021 The gentle swaying of green palm fronds overhead provides a lovely atmosphere, but no tropical paradise is complete without a myriad of vibrant blooms. 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