Dusty leaves are a clear indicator of fake plants. So be sure to dust your fake plants regularly. Bethany Adams of Bethany Adams Interiors also recommends periodically spraying faux foliage with ...

Fig trees (Ficus carica) are shrubs or small trees that thrive in warm climates, tolerating droughts and heat. They are grown ...

Propagation is the best way to get fruit trees that yield good fruit and resist disease. Learn three ways to propagate fruit ...

Of all the Figs, Chicago Hardy is seen to be most winter hardy. These fig trees can be planted in the ground in as low as ...

Still thinking about what kind of Christmas tree to have this year? The choices can seem overwhelming at first: Will a blue spruce fill the house with the sharp scent of balsam better than a white ...

Every December, as twinkling lights go up and the scent of pine (real or artificial) fills our living rooms, one question returns: which Christmas tree is better for the planet, a real or an ...

Tree farmers and the marketing group that supports them want more Americans to buy live-cut trees. A new Home Depot ad gave them holiday hope. By Kevin Draper Milk had “Got Milk?” Beef had “Beef: It’s ...

From cost and maintenance to sustainability, an industry expert weighs in on how to choose the right Christmas tree for your home and budget.

Every Christmas my husband suggests getting a fake tree that doesn’t drop needles or drip sap on him when he’s stringing lights. I listen respectfully to his wishes—because marriage is a two-way ...

These simple recipes will be huge hits at your next holiday gathering. Searching for the perfect easy holiday appetizer? This cheesy Christmas tree pull-apart bread is a must-try snack to add to your ...

The clock is ticking for families to find a Christmas tree. For Ellen Brennan, of Mount Airy, she is finally settled on the right one Thursday, just two weeks ahead of the holiday. "My favorite part ...

One source of Christmas joy may make some feel not so holly and jolly. If you decorate your home for the holidays every year, but feel downright awful as soon as the tree goes up, you could be dealing ...