They're a classic winter sight — but can you tell different types of conifer trees apart? Here's what distinguishes fir, pine ...

Autumn colors are spectacular, but as those gorgeous leaves drop, the mountain landscape can suddenly feel bare and exposed.

Juniper shrubs are getting a second look as homeowners search for carefree greenery with year-round appeal. These plants have long been a landscape staple, especially as an evergreen foundation plant, ...

One of the great things about junipers—along with the fact they’re usually ignored by deer—is how self-sufficient they are. Junipers practically set the gold standard for “plant ‘em and forget ‘em” ...

Trees add immense value to the landscape, both aesthetically and economically. They provide the foundation around which we ...

Conifers (cedar, juniper, fir, cypress) and spruce form the bulk of professional wreaths. Their soft needles layer ...

LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – Scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) published surprising findings about how native plants respond to drought. Researchers studying the water usage of piñon ...

You’re probably familiar with that old saying that if something is “for the birds,” whatever it is, it’s not very good. I’m ...

Learn expert tips on winterizing your garden effectively, covering plant protection, soil care, and tool maintenance for a ...