This is the worst thing you can do to a tree." Homeowner raises concerns after neighbor butchers tree: 'I am grateful that this guy is not a surgeon' first appeared on The Cool Down.

A wagging tail is the universal sign of a happy dog, especially for a rusty golden retriever named Rye. It's his "tell-tail" ...

Several areas of my lawn are on rather steep slopes. Over the past few years, the roots of several trees have appeared on the ...

Shady areas in landscapes and gardens require plants that need or tolerate shade. If you need ideas, attend the class “Some ...

Texans can help prevent the spread of oak wilt by avoiding pruning or wounding oak trees from February through June.

A well-thought-out location can make a big difference in how your plants handle winter. Consider placing your garden where it ...

Recent cold weather may have some wondering about the effects on landscape plants. In general, uniformly low temperatures ...

Prevention is always essential to protect your garden from bad weather. However, even if you did everything you could to ...

Invasive plants (i.e. weeds) have been on the upswing lately as a threat to take over desirable plants, out-compete farm crops, and disturb the fragile health of ecosystems.

In Yiddish, this first haircut is called an Upsherin. This translates to “cutting off”. In modern Hebrew, Israeli’s use the ...

Ornamental grasses not only make a visual statement, but they actually come with many additional benefits that'll suit both avid and novice gardeners alike.

Covering this area up prevents the tree from breathing properly, which can shorten its lifespan as it can cause root rot. It traps moisture against the bark, making it prone to various diseases. This ...