Minnesota is well known for frigid cold and lots of snow, and this winter is no different. According to climate data, average 24-hour temperatures for December through February in the state are around ...

There are few trees so universally beloved as the conifer. In winter, they’re a classic, enchanting image as their branches droop with snow. In summer, they provide much-needed shade — and shelter for ...

As we head into the winter season, we can see nature’s landscape change. The temperatures drop, animals begin to migrate or hibernate, the mountains get covered in snow and trees begin to lose their ...

Smaller gardens and yards need smaller trees. These evergreen trees, both conifers and broadleaf, won't grow too tall. Learn more about medium-sized evergreen trees.

The dark foliage of conifer trees dominates much of our landscape. It gets to be a bit overwhelming at times, so I’m always glad when spring leaf-out brings fresh, bright greens of the deciduous tree ...

The trees surrounding Wheatland tower overhead, yet in one corner, the plants can be crushed by the tiniest feet. Here, in the dwarf conifer garden, a circle of twigs surrounds a 5-inch tall ...