European countries boast an average 35% forest cover yet Ireland stands at a disgraceful 11%; much of our country is as ...

Indoor plants can brighten up a home during the gloomy winter months. From orchids to peace lilies, an indoor plant can ...

For those living in flats without any outdoor space or somewhere with big winter/summer fluctuations, indoor trees let you still enjoy the flowers and fruit that other growers are so smug about ...

Q: I’m considering growing some evergreen trees and shrubs in containers for winter interest, but I’m worried that they’ll get too large. Any advice? Mary K, Dublin A: Many of the loveliest ...

The Tree Hunters is a book with global aspirations. Thomas Pakenham traces the history of tree-collecting across the centuries – and the world, from the American northwest to the Himalayas to ...

Head for the Winter Garden and the Water Gardens at this botanic garden in the heart of Sussex to admire the carpets of snowdrops, often blooming under the trees, or mixed with colourful cyclamen ...

Florida's capital city could be in line for a historic and thrilling snow day as a freak winter storm slides across the Gulf Coast.

With the chances of a historic Florida snow or ice storm inching upward, forecasters may issue a rare winter storm watch for ...

However, it’s important to note that certain fruit trees ... and almonds during winter as they are susceptible to silver leaf disease if pruned at this time. Join the Irish Independent WhatsApp ...

Thousands of native trees have been planted in a bid to create a new rainforest - in Devon. This winter has seen 2,500 native ...

Very dangerous conditions, like fallen trees on roads, are expected - like this one in Lurgan during Storm Darragh Northern Ireland is expected ... named storm of the winter season, and follows ...

More info Venturing out into your garden after the winter drizzle might reveal an unwelcome ... or use a spray bottle for convenience. Tea tree oil is another natural option that's great for ...