With snow back in the forecast for Sunday, homeowners are wondering what that sudden swing means for trees, shrubs, and ...

Dreaming of a fresh new backyard? January is the perfect time to get started. Here are some tips from two local garden ...

The official program date for the Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation's tree recycling program is Saturday, January 3, but many ...

Wood-destroying fungi can be beneficial when it breaks down dead wood because it makes nutrients available through the decomposition process. If you come across a fallen tree in its natural ...

You own your house. You mow your lawn. You paint the fence whatever color you like. So naturally, you assume that massive oak ...

Evaluate your shade trees for strength of their limbs. Call in a certified arborist if you see any branch that looks like it’s dead or dying. All it takes is one ice storm or strong gust of wind to ...

The poinsettia is not a xeriscape plant, so the first key to its long-term survival is to keep it well watered. The modern versions of the poinsettia are less sensitive to drying than the past ...

Originally from Albuquerque, N.M., Lynn and Becky Minder began working on what they call Casa Becca del Norté after realizing ...

Christmas trees are grown as a farm crop. It takes several growing seasons before a Christmas tree is ready to harvest.

An eight-foot Christmas tree takes 7 to 10 years to grow from seed. At Arrowhead Acres in Uxbridge, those trees spend the first two years of their lives as seedlings gathered in small pots. And caring ...

Discover the magic of German Christmas markets in Stuttgart, Rothenburg, and Munich. Learn about Glühwein, local crafts, and 500-year-old holiday traditions.

Young and newly planted trees need particular care and attention to increase their chance of survival. Especially in the cold ...