The fragrance of fresh-cut evergreens in December reminds me of the Christmas trees we had as a kid, purchased by Dad from the corner Texaco station that sold fresh firs. The trees weren’t always ...

Did you hear about the gardener who was so cheap, instead of buying his date flowers, he bought her seeds? Using the evergreens in our home landscape for centerpieces isn't just about getting ...

Of all the affordable holiday decor, nothing is as cheap as harvesting the evergreen plants from your own backyard. Beyond ...

A supply of materials for making a natural holiday display is spread out on a table. - Maglara/Shutterstock If you'd like to branch out from the usual Nativity or Christmas village display themes this ...

Q: I am trying to design a garden that is approximately 6 feet by 12 feet. I want something that will mature to 5 feet wide and 6 to 8 feet tall. It's in light to moderate shade. I was thinking some ...

Which holiday centerpieces are best? Nothing makes a holiday table cheery like a festive centerpiece. Branches from evergreen trees, flickering candles and bows can make for a lovely sight on a winter ...

Make a festive Christmas centerpiece by using star-shaped décor to hold tealight candles, creating a warm, twinkling glow. Surround the stars with poinsettias and scatter small star ornaments ...

NOTHING DETRACTS FROM the winter garden more than pots filled with dead plants left over from the summer display. This is a great time to replant those pots with a combination of colorful evergreen ...