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Winter means freezing temperatures and frosty nights. There are hardy plants that can withstand whatever winter throws at ...

Moving to Wyoming has inspired Douglas resident Dan Downs to return to doing his “frost art.” Now he creates intricate ...

A new computer model developed at Cornell University estimates the temperatures that cause freeze damage in a dozen grape ...

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The retention of leaves throughout the growing season is an adaptative strategy known to us as marcescence. Oak species ...

December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.

Wounds are openings for decay organisms, and trees expend energy for wound sealing, setting them up for other issues. During winter, protect young trees from excess mulch, staking materials ...

We have all seen the typical winter scene in Kentucky with snow, barren trees, and open fields, but you may not realize that trees have coping mechanisms to help them survive the winter.