It might sound counterintuitive, but landscaping plants that stay green all winter long could use some winter protection.

Frost heaving occurs when soil freezes and thaws repeatedly. It forces plants out of the soil exposing roots to damaging cold ...

In the winter, birds search for nutrient-rich food. Planting the right shrubs and berries in New England gardens can help ...

Protect garden plants from cold temperatures, drying winds, and occasional freezes by providing insulation, protecting roots, ...

For plants growing in the ground, cold protection is done to preserve the life of the tropical plant — not to bring it ...

Indiangrass ( Sorghastrum nutans) is a prairie grass native to southeastern North America. "It provides cover year-round for birds who consume its seeds in winter," says Pantin. She notes that this ...

A blanket of snow can turn your yard or garden into a winter wonderland, but heavy snow can cause damage to perennial plants, ...

As the leaves fall and the winter landscape is unveiled, the beauty of winter takes on a dramatic look all its own. Intriguing shapes and silhouettes are suddenly visible now that the leaves have ...

Kansas winds create beautiful motion in the landscape, and upright grasses swaying in the breeze add interest that cut-back ...

Experts reveal the best native plants to feed birds in winter, including shrubs and perennials that can provide valuable food for birds through the cold months ...

For centuries, people have looked to nature for clues about the seasons ahead. While modern meteorology relies on satellites ...

● Rooting: Place the cutting in a glass of water or a well-draining rooting medium (a mix of perlite and peat moss works well ...