After the last winter season, I’ve started following several weather forecasting gurus. They all seem to be on the sensationalist side of journalism, but it makes it a lot of fun. It keeps me second ...

Ever look out at a snowy backyard and wonder if there’s anything you can do for your garden while everything seems frozen? Snow might seem like a hassle, but it actually has some surprising benefits ...

Shoveling in single-digit temperatures after the colossal winter storm this weekend, I dumped mounds of snow onto my garden beds, knowing it would protect my trees, shrubs and dormant perennials. When ...

Shoveling in single-digit temperatures after the colossal winter storm last weekend, I dumped mounds of snow onto my garden beds, knowing it would protect my trees, shrubs and dormant perennials. When ...

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When I get to this time of the year, I like to take a look back at events or issues that may have had an influence on our lawn and garden practices. When I do, my mind defaults to the weather. For the ...

It is difficult to think about gardening, nonetheless write a column on the subject, when temperatures are below zero or even when they are hovering in the teens. Add in a good amount of snow, and ...

The recent heavy snow and Arctic temperatures have me thinking about how gardens react to winter conditions. Can too much snow harm or help my plants? What steps can I take to ensure my trees and ...