I often wonder what our parkways would look like in winter if the crape myrtles planted there possessed colorful bark.

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When I think about winter survival, my mind first goes to wildlife: field mice curling up in nests, chickadees flocking to ...

The cherished annual bird survey has included Manhattan’s largest public space since the very first count on Christmas Day, ...

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It was 97 per cent burned in 2020, when fire erupted in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Tens of thousands of trees were incinerated, and most of the park remains closed, its infrastructure – including ...

Fake trees have been around for longer than you might think—but how do they compare to real trees when it comes to sustainability and your health? In some countries, artificial Christmas trees ...

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From ancient pagan rituals to modern-day celebrations, the Christmas tree has evolved into a cherished symbol of hope, joy, and togetherness. Its evergreen branches, twinkling lights, and ...

Conservationists are calling for people to use cuttings from one of UK's rarest native timber trees to help save the species. Cuttings of the black poplar have been cultivated at Bere Marsh Farm ...