Ever walk by a neighbor’s garden and wonder how they keep it looking so lush without breaking a sweat? Turns out, you don’t ...

Cold weather doesn’t have to mean empty, sad-looking window boxes. Even when flowers are done and the garden’s asleep, you ...

Winter can feel like a long, gray stretch where gardens go to hibernate. But who says your outdoor space has to be dull and ...

The dwarf yaupon holly (Ilex vomitoria ‘nana’) is native along the eastern states and into Central Florida, and it is well known for its slow growth habit, easy care and tolerance to pruning. For ...

North Carolina’s historic homes don’t just preserve the past they proudly display it, starting right in the front yard. From time-honored plantings to classic architectural details, these outdoor ...

Trees have a lot of great traits, but being a good neighbor to other plants is not one them. Trees produce the biggest and most elaborate root systems in the plant world, and while that’s great for ...

These attractive shrubs for the front yard can improve curb appeal, add privacy, and even attract pollinators.

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — A new pope means a new papal coat of arms topped by the papal miter and a set of crossed keys. Most churches in Italy will soon be replacing the metal shield of the coat of arms ...

A detail of a botanical reproduction of Pope Leo XIV’s coat of arms can be seen in this photo taken in May 2025 at the Vatican. CNS photo/courtesy of the office governing Vatican City State A new pope ...

Your browser does not support the audio element. VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- A new pope means a new papal coat of arms topped by the papal miter and a set of crossed keys ...

Q: I’m taking out a boxwood hedge due to recurring insect and disease issues. What can I plant in their place that has a similar look? A: Although every plant has potential pest or disease issues, ...