One of the most well-known Christmas plants is actually a parasite that feeds on trees and could make people and pets sick.

In short: more carbon in the air does not guarantee more carbon in the wood. Between those two lies a living network of ...

A rare fossil plant reveals how early plants moved water and food, helping to explain the secrets of tree growth.

Spices have been prized commodities for centuries. Today, ‘warm’ flavors boost our health and spirits in fall and winter.

With holiday guests arriving at many of our homes in the coming days, you might be wondering how to deter them from parking ...

No doubt you’ve seen your share of hollies this month — in wreaths and boughs or perhaps on holiday cards and catalog covers. But are they growing in your garden?

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.

As we settle into another Colorado winter, my mind shifts toward the seasons — their predictability, their necessity, and how ...

I’ve been gifted a moth orchid. It says I just need to water it with ice cubes. Is that a good plan? How can I get it to […] ...

Sean O'Brien with the UNH Cooperative Extension talks with Matt Hoenig about protecting young trees from animal damage during ...

Growing your own avocado tree gives you constant access to a prized fruit, but here's what you should know before trying to ...

He taught us to recognize the diamond pattern on hickory bark and reminded us to check whether branches were opposite or ...