Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Massachusetts, Ashby is the kind of small town that time seems to have politely decided to leave alone. The town common looks like it jumped straight out of a ...

Ever had that moment when you’re standing somewhere so gorgeous you have to pinch yourself? That’s Fairy Stone State Park in Stuart, Virginia for you – a place where Mother Nature clearly showed off a ...

This coming new year will be a celebration for all loropetalum lovers. Jazz Hands Variegated will be honored as Proven ...

From frothy seedheads to swaying stems to spikey clumps of foliage, ornamental grasses offer loads of winter interest. Call ...

At this time of year, we tend to think of trees with colorful leaves as native to colder climates than ours. But then Jenny ...

Pennsylvania is a beautiful place to live with plenty of nature to enjoy, including living on a lakeside in Chester County.

My wife and I enjoy the beautiful fall colors of the native sumac. We've talked about having sumac plants in our yard. Do you ...

The bonus of a four-season yard is that the trees and shrubs, in particular, provide food and shelter for the birds, ...

Explore New Jersey's short hikes, where breathtaking views and scenic beauty make every trail feel like a hidden gem, perfect ...

This beautiful shrub produces bright red berries but it comes at a cost. A non-native shrub, its berries are known to be ...

A road trip is one of the most immersive ways to experience places like the Dolomites, the Scottish Highlands, and Switzerland’s tiny villages.

Revisit 2025 through the eyes of Bates photographers Phyllis Graber Jensen and Theophil Syslo. Their favorite images of the ...