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Exploding trees? A closer look at frost cracking

Frost cracks appear as vertical splits in the trunk of a tree and are the result of plant tissue expansion and contraction.
Since crape myrtles come in many sizes, choose the spot to plant so you can determine the height and spread of the shrub or ...
Not too long ago, a friend (and loyal reader) asked me a great question: “Eric, is there something we can do to make our winter landscape less boring?” I smiled and said, “Absolutely!” Winter can feel ...
Creating a thriving Money Tree (Pachira aquatica) in your home garden is not only a delightful horticultural endeavor but also a step towards inviting good fortune and positivity into your space.
The middle school sweetheart of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, Ann Michael Maye baked up a sweet Super Bowl ...
Discover a selection of 7 trees to prune in February, including both edible and ornamental trees, along with expert tips to ...
It’s always a pleasure to watch the variety of feathered visitors at our backyard birdfeeders year-round, but snowbirds reign ...
The bluebird is a longtime symbol of happiness, hope, and spring. Just think of the lyrics to “Somewhere Over the Rainbow”: “Somewhere over the rainbow, bluebirds fly.” Henry David Thoreau wrote the ...
The meticulously shaped ancient apricot blossom trees attract many tourists who stop to admire them along the Perfume River in Hue.
Yes, you can grow a lemon tree in a pot on your patio or somewhere indoors. Find out what you need to know to keep your ...
Looking for a peaceful escape in Illinois? This hidden lake retreat offers calm water, quiet trails, and a perfect break from the everyday hustle.
I live for those little bean-to-bar sanctuaries where the air hits you like a warm, velvet hug of toasted nibs and browned butter. Michigan’s artisanal chocolate shops are the ultimate destination for ...