As I was standing on my tiny front porch early the other morning, I couldn’t help but take a good, long look at the garden ...

If your yard was damaged by the freezing temperatures, don't panic. Some plants may look worse before they get better. Scratch the bark of a plant lightly with a fingernail or a coin. If the revealed ...

Recent freezing weather may have damaged plants in your yard, but not all damage is permanent. Some plants may look worse before they get better, according to Sara MacDonald at the St. Lucie County ...

Florida experts explain how residents can protect their plants when temperatures fall below freezing. Cover plants to trap heat but be sure to use breathable material. See other tips on how to protect ...

An experiment in western China over the past four decades shows that it is possible to tame the expansion of desert lands with greenery, and, in the process, pull excess carbon dioxide out of the sky.

Winter doesn't mean your garden has to look bare and lifeless. While most plants hunker down for the cold season, certain shrubs and trees put on a spectacular show, offering vibrant blooms, ...

If you tell people you enjoy vinegar in drinks, they tend to look at you as if you just recommended bringing back 1980s-era linebacker shoulder pads to women’s attire or putting their savings into a ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It may still be winter in Western New York, but now is a good time to start thinking about the spring. The Erie County Soil and Water Conservation District is now taking orders for the ...

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Monroe County residents can now order native trees and shrubs to plant at their properties, part of a program to support environmental protection. The Monroe County Soil & Water ...

A cranberry shrub might be the most festive drink for everyone at your holiday table. It's also a stellar option for any cold-weather gathering or just to have on hand and enjoy a glass yourself. This ...

Death Valley is legendarily one of the most extreme places on Earth, with summer temperatures regularly skyrocketing above 120 degrees Fahrenheit. This desert, located in eastern California and ...

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