If you do one thing this week in the garden, make it count, says gardening expert Diarmuid Gavin who advises that certain ...

How to create the perfect winter garden - Frost-dusted grasses, colourful stems and fragrant shrubs all add a touch of winter magic.

Apple trees need regular pruning for size management, improved fruit production and quality, and strength to help them hold ...

Pruning apple trees encourages growth and reduces the risk of disease. Prune apple trees in late winter or early spring to prevent disease and help healing. Limit pruning to 25 percent of the tree to ...

It becomes difficult to appreciate the landscape during the short days of winter. But there are plenty of ways to enjoy a ...

Weather and soil conditions can play a big role in the color each year, but each variety does have its own characteristics. If it’s the fiery orange-red you’re looking for, plant one of these ...

With autumn bringing a daily cascade of falling leaves across the country, UK motorists are being cautioned about parking their vehicles beneath certain trees that could prove costly. Car-selling ...

As you’re preparing your garden for winter, it's tempting to get out the pruners and remove any wayward branches from your trees or shrubs. Without the leaves, it's easier to see the shape of the ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...