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 ...

Not too long ago, a friend (and loyal reader) asked me a great question: “Eric, is there something we can do to make our winter landscape less boring?” I smiled and said, “Absolutely!” Winter can feel ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

As our deciduous landscapes transition to barren branches for winter, you may conclude that a few points of winter interest or wildlife benefit would be a welcome addition. What about more color, or ...

We can all agree that there is something magical about cuddling by the fire, while snow falls quietly to the ground outside.These winter landscapes will give you all the winter feels.Grab a cup of hot ...

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 ...

Short days and long nights mark our northern winters. Something Wild Host Dave Anderson has been pondering the unique qualities of this time of year and wrote the following essay. Early winter is the ...

We Asked 5 Travel Experts the Best U.S. National Park for the Winter—and They All Said the Same Thing Looking for a winter wonderland escape this winter? Here's why all the travel pros we spoke to ...