For the best winter landscapes, take on snowy trails like Mazama Ridge in Washington or the Gorham Mountain Loop in Maine.

Native shrubs can help to provide sustenance and protein for birds during winter months, as well as give them protection from predators and the harsh elements of winter weather. Photo by Jeff Tome ...

The landscape in Greater Columbus can be downright dreary during the winter months. The vibrant and varied colors of flowering plants are long gone from much of the landscape, and the green turf is ...

From the shores of Lake Erie to the Appalachian foothills, the Buckeye State offers a diverse range of scenic drives that are ...

Evergreens give winter landscapes some green color and are especially attractive when they're flocked with snow. A fairy garden, sculpture, bird feeder or other non-plant addition to a landscape can ...

How can you tell if a snowman is mad at you? He gives you the cold shoulder. Snowman season will be with us for a while yet, but our winter landscapes needn’t look cold and dreary. We can enjoy ...

Do you ever long for simpler times? Sometimes I do, until the nostalgia fades and I remember the reality. For example, I never cared much for my grandparents’ outhouse, and the upstairs bedrooms in ...

With bright colors and interesting shapes, unusual tree and shrub bark can add visual interest to winter landscapes. Many types of bark become more distinctive and sought after during winter months.

Want to liven up your winter landscape? If these dreary, winter days lack color and interest in your garden, consider planting winterberry. While their bright-red berries are well known as a festive ...

Relaxing Alaska winter train rides with wide views, cozy cabins, and scenery that feels magical without any complicated planning.

Purdue Landscape Report: Remember the pre-Christmas freeze? What about the extremely long fall? The Midwest experienced above-average temperatures through most of the winter, but those extremely cold ...