Rabbit feeding on tree bark in winter, causing trunk damage above the snow.

Winter Plant Protection: Don’t Let Winter Catch Your Garden Off Guard

by Amanda Rose Newton, Ph.D. Winter has a way of reminding us who’s really in charge of the garden. One day, the landscape is looking tidy and ready for its winter rest. A few snowstorms, gusty winds, and hungry rabbits...

Best Plants for Attracting Birds in New England

by Amanda Rose Newton, Ph.D. If your bird feeder is the busiest spot in the yard, imagine what could happen if the rest of the landscape joined in. Bird feeders are a great way to bring feathered visitors closer, but...