It's time to reflect on the gardening events from the past year: An early winter arrival, Brood XIV cicadas and a box tree ...

Ilex or Holly are some of the best, most robust shrubs and trees for gardeners with cold winters. These high performing, low maintenance shrubs tend to be very deer resistant and able to withstand ...

Most holly plants produce small white flowers in spring and summer, and berries in the fall and winter. Foliage can vary from ...

Key Takeaways Never break ice off trees or shrubs—doing so can cause additional damage.After storms, inspect plants carefully ...

Evergreen shrubs form the backbone of the winter garden. Discover gorgeous evergreen shrubs that provide color and texture all year long. Learn how to use these plants to keep the garden looking its ...

Boxwoods are hardy down to zones 4 or 5, so they're not exactly the most cold-sensitive plants — nonetheless, winter injury ...

Propagating plants you love is satisfying and economical, so I hope you will give it a try, Penny Pawl, a UC Master Gardener ...

Gardening is often seen as a peaceful and rewarding hobby, but even the most seemingly low-maintenance plants can sometimes ...

As you prepare to decorate your home this holiday season, consider the bounty of garden elements and other natural options available to brighten up your holiday displays. Many of these ...

When cherry laurel, boxwood, or rhododendron suddenly have brown leaves in winter, it often seems like frost damage. However, ...

Never take anything from a neighbor's yard unless they expressly invite you to do so. Entering someone's property without permission is trespassing, and cutting their trees and shrubs without ...

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