Snow may look harmless, but for certain plants it can cause lasting harm. Understanding which ones need help can make winter ...

This time of year, sales of poinsettia plants are second only to Christmas trees. Both are definitely part of the seasonal décor for those who celebrate this winter holiday. Though the fir relatives ...

Visitors are often surprised to learn that we have a snow capped mountain here on the Big Island in winter. We delight in telling tales of locals hauling pickup trucks full of snow to the beach for a ...

Snow is nature’s winter insulation, and most of our plants are accustomed to at least some layer of snow protection before the coldest weather of winter arrives,” Don Kinzler writes ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Getty Images/Minh Hoang Cong / 500px A snowball bush is a common name for a snowball ...

The pipes, the car, the driveway, the front steps – dreamy white snow causes these things to freeze, break, stall and become slipping hazards. But what about your landscaping? Can snow damage trees ...

A blanket of snow can turn your yard or garden into a winter wonderland, but heavy snow can cause damage to perennial plants, ...

When winter arrives, food sources are scarce for overwintering birds. While feeders help, to really make sure they visit, ...

Every year, starting about now and through the summer, I get the same question: “Where can I get a snowball bush?” This question is confounding, as the person asking the question is using the same ...

Q. I have a snowball bush that was defoliated last year by an insect. How can I prevent it from happening again this year? — P.C., Shandalee A. The shrub snowball bush, or European cranberry bush ...

Question: Are snowball bushes the same thing as hydrangeas? I think they are, but my friend thinks they are different plants. Answer: Common names can be a bit misleading, and there actually are two ...