Snow may look harmless, but for certain plants it can cause lasting harm. Understanding which ones need help can make winter ...

This winter has brought very little moisture in the form of rain or snow. With little moisture and unseasonably warm ...

Plants have an extraordinary ability to sense tissue damage and quickly rebuild their protective outer layers, a process ...

Windy sites result in faster drying of sod and plants and require additional water.

Discover 10 surprising facts about Christmas, from its origins and traditions to global celebrations, hidden history, and ...

From protecting plants after winter snow to knowing when to stop watering, these practical gardening tips help set the stage for healthy spring blooms.

Do not remove the tree from the warm indoors and put it outside if temperatures are freezing. It’s best to let the tree acclimate by placing it in an intermediate spot such as garage, shed, or ...

Cape Fear Public Utility Authority has begun trenching, starting on Eastwood, across Trask bridge, and onto Salisbury Street to place a new water main. Local resident, Laura Lunsford, expressed ...

Fast-growing plants have their benefits, but with these evergreens, there are also drawbacks. From being disease-prone to invasive, these are the ones to avoid.

For the past 40 years, Holiday Tree Farm has become a cherished tradition for Topsfield — and even more so for the Dwinell family. TOPSFIELD — Back in 1979, when Scott Dwinell asked his father if he ...

The tradition of using evergreen trees and plants for winter celebrations predates Christianity. Ancient cultures like the Romans, Egyptians, and Celts used evergreens to symbolize life and the ...

Area residents have some options if they want to secure a live Christmas tree this season. Residents who want that fresh-cut tree have already been wandering through acres of evergreens at two ...