If you’ve ever walked through your house or garden and spotted a plant that looks pale, stretched, or weak, you’ve ...
I made this oak’s acquaintance courtesy of “Plants for the Winter Garden” (Timber Press, 2024), by Warren Leach. The author ...
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 ...
Like the essential evergreen tree, poinsettias are a Christmas tradition. But how long do poinsettias last? Their beauty ...
Some foliage plants surprise in spring rather than fall. Siberian bugloss (Brunnera), for instance, is beloved for its ...
The holidays are here, and while the scent of pine and fir fills the air, another festive evergreen deserves a container spot ...
Hostas (also known as plantain lilies) are popular plants known for their big, leafy green or variegated foliage. They’re ...
If you’ve ever been in the woods this time of year and noticed a sweet fragrance but couldn’t pinpoint it, you’re not having olfactory hallucinations -- this aromatic wonder grows right here in North ...
Discover the best houseplants that don’t need much water, perfect for those with busy lifestyles or who travel often. Learn ...
As the leaves start to change and fall in autumn, my mind and eye are often drawn to those deciduous trees and shrubs whose ...
Although Japanese spirea is a beautiful shrub, it is considered invasive in many U.S. states. Here are some beautiful, native ...
By JESSICA DAMIANO I’ve been taking Miguel, my 12-year-old Havanese, for 3,500-step walks around the neighborhood lately (and ...