Discover the ecological importance of the Arabian Juniper Tree (Juniperus communis), a resilient species vital for biodiversity, soil health, and arid ecosystems.

Armed with hand shovels, buckets, and patience, a dozen dedicated volunteers gathered beneath the Garry oak canopy at Cattle ...

These indoor-outdoor Christmas container ideas are made to last from after Thanksgiving through New Years. Detailed how-to's ...

There is still time to plant deciduous trees and shrubs, though you will find mixed opinions on whether planting this late in ...

Some types of perennials, including hosta, do not have sturdy stems, and quickly turn to mush after a few hard freezes. Hosta, daylilies and iris are best cut back in fall to an inch or so above ...

I made this oak’s acquaintance courtesy of “Plants for the Winter Garden” (Timber Press, 2024), by Warren Leach. The author ...

Not every boxwood cultivar will be able to withstand a Nebraska winter, but choosing wisely and picking the right spot in the ...

While American holly is native just south of Indiana in portions of Kentucky, there is a deciduous holly known as winterberry (Ilex verticillata) that is native to wetlands scattered throughout ...

Hold off on pruning. Winter is a good time to prune a deciduous tree or shrub, but not an evergreen. Because the plant isn’t dormant, pruning in winter can stimulate new growth, prompting soft new ...

Like the essential evergreen tree, poinsettias are a Christmas tradition. But how long do poinsettias last? Their beauty ...

New and young trees can be wrapped to minimize winter sunscald. Commercial wraps, such as corrugated plastic guards or crepe ...

So, to minimize those reasons to prune, select plants of an appropriate size. Other reasons to prune would be to shape up a ...