Ever walk by a neighbor’s garden and wonder how they keep it looking so lush without breaking a sweat? Turns out, you don’t ...
Key Points Evergreens aren't deciduous, so they don’t go dormant and are prone to winter moisture loss and browning.Wrapping ...
Sage is a reliable herb that deer usually avoid thanks to its strong scent and bitter taste. Even when other plants are being ...
As you prepare to decorate your home this holiday season, consider the bounty of garden elements and other natural options ...
As 2025 melts away, the Bank of Montreal reports Canadians are expected to cut back on Christmas-decor spending, with ...
Foraging for greenery at Christmas is a time-honored tradition. Cuttings from holly, magnolia, boxwood, rosemary, and pine add a fresh and elegant touch to holiday decor. You can weave sprigs into ...
Folks stay with their Christmas tree seller like they do with their dentist,” contended Fauquier farmer Hank Green, ...
The best color is on new growth — branches that are just a year or two old. Older branches will turn grayish or brown. “To ...
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Understanding Frost Drought in Plants

When cherry laurel, boxwood, or rhododendron suddenly have brown leaves in winter, it often seems like frost damage. However, ...
Keep your Christmas cactus healthy and full by removing some of the segments. Pruning encourages branching and can produce ...
Q: When should I prune my rose bushes? They never really go completely dormant, in that they keep their leaves and ...
As you prepare to decorate your home this holiday season, consider the bounty of garden elements and other natural options ...