Tucked away in the White Mountains of New Hampshire lies a place where maple trees whisper secrets to the wind, where wildflowers carpet rolling meadows each spring, and where the clock seems to tick ...

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

Last Friday, Nancy and I decided to do something different. Instead of going to the Gilford Rotary Christmas tree sale, which we’ve enjoyed for many years, we said let's head ...

Japanese maples are pretty and mostly hardy trees within their growing zone. Like most trees, however, they still need ...

Japanese maples are a stunning addition to any garden, but only if you care for them properly. That includes knowing how to ...

For this week’s library column, I’ve given in to my sweet tooth. December 17 th is National Maple Syrup Day; the origins of this day are unclear, though the USDA National Institute of Food and ...

Plus, a California native that can make do with little, if any, summer water and tolerate light shade and imperfect soil drainage.

Christmas trees—and conifers in general—have made some surprising cameos throughout U.S. history, author Trent Preszler ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...

WEEK. JUST AFTER NOON. RIGHT NOW, GETTING INTO THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT IN DOWNTOWN WEST PALM BEACH. THAT’S RIGHT, THE SCULPTING OF SANDI TREE OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY RIGHT THERE ON THE GREAT LAWN. THEY’VE MADE ...

Weather and soil conditions can play a big role in the color each year, but each variety does have its own characteristics. If it’s the fiery orange-red you’re looking for, plant one of these ...

MAPLE VALLEY, Wash. — Hundreds of people living in Maple Valley woke up in the dark Sunday morning. Puget Sound Energy reported a power outage impacting roughly 123 customers shortly after 4 a.m., ...