Cutting fresh flowers from our gardens and bringing them indoors is indeed special, but those flowers last a short time. But by using the spent flowers from our Hydrangea paniculata (Panicle ...

Japanese maples are relatively easy to care for, but they do need some maintenance to make the most of them. One thing gardeners recommend doing this time of year is pruning them. Some simple pruning ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. The blessing of an Advent Wreath takes place on the ...

The Advent wreath is made of four candles and a circle of branches. Before the first candle is lighted, the household gathers for this blessing. In the short days and long nights of Advent, we realize ...

Cranachan is a traditional Scottish dessert of oats, fruit and cream, and is the inspiration for this twist on a classic pavlova. Perfect for the festive season, it’s packed with berries and decorated ...

A great suit is one of the few things that never really goes out of style. Whether you're dressing for an interview, a wedding, or simply want to look like you have your life together, the right ...

Fig trees are prolific growers and can mature at 10 to 30 feet tall and wide. Pruning controls their size so they grow more bushlike than treelike. Native to Asia and the Mediterranean, they thrive in ...

Persimmon wood is brittle. Therefore, it is important to develop strong scaffold branches with wide angles (nearly horizontal) early in the life of the plant. Because persimmon bear fruit on both new ...

A wide variety of citrus fruits brighten winter gardens and winter menus this month. Control cool-season weeds before they mature and go to seed. Plants planted last spring and fall may need water if ...

Enjoy a walk with our Ranger to forage for some materials in our park, as well as using decorative materials provided to make your very own festive wreath. Hot chocolate and mince pie included.