Field + Studio

A resource for living with the land.

Field + Studio is where we share what we're learning — in the field, in the studio, and in the landscapes we care for. Seasonal plant guides, ecological insights, fire recovery resources, and notes on process and practice.

Whether you're a homeowner making decisions about your garden, or someone rebuilding after the fires, we hope you find something useful here.

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Trees worth coming home to.

Altadena's canopy took generations to grow. It was part of what made this place feel special. This is a living guide to the trees worth planting as we grow it back — native, California-friendly, and rooted in the ecology of the San Gabriel foothills.

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The Tree Question

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Replanting After the Fires: A Guide for Altadena and Palisades Homeowners

The decisions homeowners make in the next 12–24 months will shape the ecology of these hillsides for the next generation. Here's what to know before you put a single plant in the ground.