Northern coastal scrub

Northern coastal scrub is a special kind of environment that you can find in some parts of California. Imagine a place with a lot of bushes and small trees, but also with some open spaces in between where you can walk or play. This is what the northern coastal scrub looks like!

What makes this special is that the plants that grow here have adapted to living in a place that's not too wet and not too dry. They don't need a lot of water, but they also don't like to be completely dry. They've learned how to store water in their leaves or roots, and how to grow in soil that's not very rich in nutrients.

These plants are also really good at resisting strong winds and salty air, which is important because the northern coastal scrub is right next to the ocean. The wind can be really strong sometimes, and the salty air can be tough on plants that aren't used to it. But the plants in the northern coastal scrub have thick leaves or special coatings that help protect them from these harsh conditions.

So, imagine a place with lots of small bushes and trees that have figured out how to survive in tough conditions next to the ocean. This is the northern coastal scrub!