The traditional carol “The Holly and the Ivy” mentions two of the evergreen plants associated with the holidays. Ivy, holly and mistletoe were three green plants that brightened the deciduous British ...

The Adirondacks sees a lot of snow in the winter, and the weight of deep, wet snow can be a burden to trees and rooftops.

Evergreens are still using moisture during the wintertime. If the winter is extremely dry, consequences may show up in the spring.

Winter birding across Maine highlights familiar winter species, simple tracking clues, feeder tips and welcoming places for residents to enjoy wildlife all season.

From protecting plants after winter snow to knowing when to stop watering, these practical gardening tips help set the stage ...

Are you dreaming of a white Christmas? The odds of snow on the big day comes down to a mix of climate and weather, scientists ...

Ponderosa State Park in McCall, Idaho is exactly that kind of place – a 1,000-acre peninsula of pure natural therapy jutting into the crystal-clear waters of Payette Lake. The moment you enter this ...

Fruit tree species such as peaches, plums and apples along with blueberry shrubs all depend on hitting a certain chill hour ...

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There’s no plant that says “Christmas” in the South quite like a holly. Those glossy green leaves and bright red berries have been woven into our holiday traditions for centuries, […] ...

Unfortunately they often prune plants that should not be pruned. Flowering shrubs such as lilac, azalea and rhododendron set their flower buds in the late summer and fall. If pruned in the winter many ...

One homeowner whose property is lined with deciduous trees is embracing the colder season by letting their fallen leaf litter ...