The Supplemental Disaster Relief Program is part of the American Relief Act of 2025, passed by Congress at the end of last ...

Key Takeaways Unwanted vines from a neighbor’s yard can damage fences, overwhelm flower beds, and spread quickly if not addressed early.Start by identifying the vine and verifying fence ownership ...

Plant hardiness zones are shifting northward nationwide as the country continues to warm, affecting farmers, gardeners and ...

These vines climb on top of the trees to “steal” light. A Dipteryx oleifera tree just after being struck by lightning in 2019 ( top ) versus two years later ( bottom ).

Key Takeaways Vines like English ivy, wisteria, honeysuckle, and bittersweet can smother trees and shrubs, block sunlight, and spread aggressively if not controlled early.Prevent problems by choosing ...

These vines are ubiquitous in the jungle, stealing light and nutrients from large trees. A D. oleifera tree, shown immediately after a 2019 lightning strike (left) and two years later (right).

DOF has $800,000 in Trees for Clean Water Grant (TCW) money to award in 2024, for projects from $1,000 up to $50,000 per applicant. Under the grant program last year, DOF awarded 58 grants ...

Luffa plants growing on vines at The Luffa Farm. Image: ... Now semi-retired, she and a team run the small farm peppered with avocado and citrus trees and decorated with quirky custom yard art.

The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30. Here are tips on prepping your yard, trees for a potential storm.

Stake small trees as a storm approaches with stakes driven at least 8 inches into the ground. Trim large masses of vines so they don’t pull down fences.

Spring flowering trees and vines. By Ashley Frasca. April 01, 2025 at 5:14 pm EDT. ... Recently, I had a friend ask me for recommendations of flowering vines to display around a backyard pool.

Structural Weakness: Many fast-growing trees have weak wood, making them susceptible to breakage during storms, which can pose safety hazards and require frequent maintenance. Messiness: Fast ...