Step into the forest with me, dear traveler. I am the princess of these berry-bright woods, and I must tell you a secret ...

Yew trees’ bright, juicy red berries are poisonous to us, but birds can eat them happily, their digestive tract being unable to break down the coating of the toxic seeds inside — a perfect ploy for th ...

Now’s the best time to plant as we approach what we hope will be a bountiful winter of rains to get plants established.

Transform your dry landscape into a thriving oasis. Drought-tolerant shrubs, such as brittlebush, jojoba, or ninebark, bring ...

Border gardens can add texture and definition to your landscaping, and these shrubs are perfect for colorful, vibrant border ...

They know their time is fleeting, and yet they have one mission: to provide for their next generations. While they consume the nutritious nectar our wild and native plants provide, they are collecting ...

Smart gardeners learn to think small. They do their homework, and they plant varieties that don’t grow any larger than the ...

During winter, the UK population of robins may increase as birds arrive from colder parts of Europe, such as Scandinavia.

Creating a pollinator-friendly garden is a great way to support bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other vital pollinators ...

There are certainly many beautiful species of trees, but if you want to plant something that offers extra benefits, consider ...

They help the environment, but they also help our souls. In 2018 we’ll explore the wonder of birds, and why we can’t live ...

Combining his gardening expertise and a background in marine biology with his passion for the bee kingdom, Benny Hawksbee is ...