Q: For the last two years in North Las Vegas heavy winds have come while my young peach tree was in bloom. Both years I wrapped it as best as I could but the blooms were blown off the tree anyway. Do ...

As the name implies, windbreaks are used to slow the wind and protect your plants and soil from the damaging effects of strong gusts. But they can also function as a privacy screen or as a backdrop ...

This windbreak features a toyon tree, a redbud bush and native grasses. (Photo by Pamela Noemsie) Western redbud can be used to make a windbreak. (Photo by Pamela Noensie) Toyon is a great option for ...