Even though trees can look dead in the winter, they’re probably just dormant. The dormancy period begins in the fall when leaves changes colors and fall off the trees and lasts through all of ...

Perennial plants and cold weather. Perennial plants such as trees, shrubs and herbaceous perennials are typically able to survive extended periods of snow cover and sub-freezing temperatures if ...

A winter protective mulch can be heaped up around perennials and roses to provide insulation if we have an open winter with exposed soil and skimpy snow. A 5-inch layer of mulch around trees ...

The garden did this to help support the trees as they prepare them for winter. The garden says the ropes that are tied to the branches help to lift them up, being able to handle the weight of snow ...

Some scientists speculate that the remaining leaves on trees in winter trap snow, which provides more water in spring. Another theory suggests the marcescent trees keep deer and other critters ...

Learn how to properly recognize and name common dormant tree species, mainly in Eastern North America, in this beginner's guide.

Passenger vehicles driving on snow covered highway 101 in Southern Oregon, February 2023. The National Weather Service has issued winter weather warnings and advisories as snow, freezing rain and ...

A winter storm dumped snow and ice on the Atlanta area Friday, and roads were expected to refreeze Saturday night. Editor's Picks NBA postpones Spurs-Lakers, Hornets-Clips in L.A.

As we move inside for the winter to cozy up to the fireplace, we need to remember our smooth-barked and young trees. Using a tree wrap on the trunk of your tree from late fall when tree growth ...

“Winter is coming as we all can feel, which is best for trees in their dormant is to prune during those times,” Smith said. It’s recommended to get an expert out if you have questions about ...