Forsythia in full bloom are a welcome sight after a long winter. But do those yellow flowers mean snow is on the way? See the history and folklore surrounding these harbingers of spring.

Here are our top picks for flowering trees to add the burst of color, beauty, and wow factor you're looking for—at springtime and beyond!

Ready to grow your best garden yet? Gather some branches, leaves, and grass clippings to create a garden bed that does all the work for you.

Green acorns? What does it mean, and what does it mean for the upcoming winter?

Trees are a magnificent gift from Mother Nature. They provide us with food, lumber, shade, and heat. But one tree, the Empress, a sacred tree of the Orient, has long been revered for its fast growth and quality wood. In Japan it is the emblem of the prime minister and is associated with good fortune.

No matter where you live, you can grow exotic fruits right at home. We have a list of the easiest to grow -- you'll be noshing on tasty fresh delights in no time!

If there is one thing we all look forward to, it’s lilacs blooming in the spring. It's hard to imagine, but there was once a negative stigma associated with these fragrant flowers. Read on!

Maple seeds have been swirling everywhere this spring. Find out what it means and the science behind their flight!

Think you need to be a seasoned green thumb when it comes to caring for and tending rose bushes? Our tips can help anyone grow magnificent, fragrant blooms that are the envy of the neighborhood. Learn how!

Fall provides us with a brilliant show worth taking in every year. But what causes the trees and shrubs to change to such brilliant colors? We explain.