In the fall and winter, grackles gather in huge numbers in suburban trees at night, then spend their days searching for bugs, ...
Fragrant vines can make a yard feel cinematic, turning a plain fence into a wall of perfume and bloom. Here’s the catch: many of the most romantic climbers are also the most determined, spreading by ...
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Which plants to prune in February

In February, you can already spot the first signs of the approaching spring. Delicate buds form on branches, and some early ...
A gardening expert has shared three essential jobs Brits should complete in February to prepare their lawn, prune plants and ...
February is that strange, liminal month. Winter is technically still here, but it’s losing confidence. Snow is melting into slush, the sun suddenly feels like it remembers your name, and gardeners ...
Few sights feel as wild and lively as the rapid tap-tap-tap of a woodpecker at work on a tree trunk. For garden lovers who ...
Gro-Low sumac (Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’) is a selection of a fragrant sumac, made by Synnestvedt Nursery in Illinois. This plant reaches 2 to 3 feet tall and spreads to 8 feet wide. It can grow in ...
Q: If one wants both drought-tolerant (water-efficient) and California native wildflowers, what are the options?
The days are getting longer and there’s a hint of spring in the air, so it's time to get outdoors. These are all the garden ...
Viburnum is a winter-friendly shrub that adds color, fragrance, and life to your garden during the cold months. This hardy plant thrives in freezing temperatures, provides food for birds, and ...
Break out the leather gloves, heavy long sleeve shirt or coat, pruners and head out to your raspberry patch. Proper routine ...