Some woods simply aren't meant for grilling and smoking. We round up some toxic and unsafe woods to watch out for, as well as ...

In this guest post, Bridget A. Lyons shares how connecting with nature allies offers mental relief from the daily grind, ...

Forest bathing emerged in Japan in the 1980s as a physiological and psychological exercise called shinrin-yoku, meaning ...

Swiss Stone Pine keeps its lower branches longer than other pines, becoming more open and picturesque at maturity.

Ornamental grasses are the best way to make a xeriscaping landscape look vibrant. Blue grama is one of the most popular ...

From flowering shrubs and woody perennials to trees and grasses, discover which plants will most suit your yard's perimeter ...

The Eastern white pine (Pinus strobus) is an iconic Michigan tree. It stands out in the winter and is known for its soft ...

Defensible space and home hardening can increase the chance of a structure surviving a wildfire. What does that mean?

Conifers have needle-shaped leaves, thrive in harsh conditions, and afford year-round structure. Deciduous trees have broad ...

Forest health advocates have finalized an agreement with the U.S. Forest Service that will preserve tens of thousands of the largest, oldest ponderosa pine trees in Colorado’s San Juan National Forest ...