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The approach to winterizing Japanese maple trees will depend on whether they are grown in the ground or in a pot ...

With this weird, long warm fall, it’s easy to put off putting your garden to bed for the winter. But weather can change very ...

There are other options that may meet most of your preferences, including native trees such as cottonwood, basswood, river ...

Snow blowers can be invaluable for moving snow off driveways, paths, and decks. If you don't, it makes icy surfaces hazardous ...

Cold temperatures alone doesn't necessarily damage roses, but rather the freeze-and-thaw cycles throughout the winter.

Vines climb in different ways, and knowing what climbing styles you can accommodate can help you choose species to try, or ...

Whether you're entirely revamping your backyard, putting in a few new plants, or weighing up turf options, here are some ...

The best leaf blower or vacuum is the one that balances your ... which shreds leaves into smaller pieces for easy disposal or ...

the garden beds don’t usually get totally prepared for their long winter’s rest. We may have the best of intentions, but are ...