What goes into the best Easter baskets? Some people would say chocolate, while others would say nonperishables like skincare products.

What is the IPL Purple Cap? The IPL Purple Cap is awarded annually to the bowler who takes the most wickets in a particular season of the Indian Premier League. When was the IPL Purple Cap introduced?

Santi recommends the following planting distances for trees and other types of vegetation: Small shrubs (under 3 feet tall): 3 to 4 feet from the foundation Medium shrubs (3 to 5 feet tall): 4 to 6 ...

Add an eastern redbud tree to your yard for a stunning springtime show! Here's how to care for this small ornamental native tree.

Famous for their large, fragrant, cream-colored blossoms, the trees will be planted later this month, in the lead-up to ...

The distinctive raptors are returning from wintering grounds in Central and South America, traveling in large groups that can ...

Dogwoods, in bloom. In fact, they were the reason for this year’s county drive-about.   The dogwoods – peeking out from deep ...

These shade-loving blooms that will bring vibrant color, texture, and life to even the darkest parts of your landscape.

The color blue aids relaxation, which makes it a great choice for the flowering plants in your yard. Here are 11 trees and ...

The ice cream bean fruit tree (Inga edulis) produces large pods full of fluffy pulp that tastes like vanilla ice cream. It's ...

Ephemerals are unusual plants that love early spring weather: cool and a bit wet. They bring color and otherworldly flowers to shadier corners. They tend to hug the ground plane, avoiding the cold, ...

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