Severe weather is seldom kind to agriculture. A hard freeze too late in March or April shrinks a peach crop, while excessive temperatures and moisture yield lackluster, fungus-ridden tomatoes.

The clock is ticking down on Mexico’s deadline this month to pay the United States water it owes under a 1944 international treaty.

Fall webworm (Hyphantria cunea) “nests” often start becoming noticeable in our landscapes during the late summer and early fall. The caterpillars will spin their communal webs ...

Whether they drop a bushel of berries or are prone to snapping stems, these trees are best avoided if you want a yard that's easy to maintain.

Harvest is under way, finally, at the world's largest all-in-one pecan growing and processing operation — The Green Valley Pecan Co. This year's harvest didn't get going in earnest until after ...

The clock is ticking down on Mexico’s deadline this month to pay the United States water it owes under a 1944 international treaty.

This bungalow in Austin "honors its 1939 roots while feeling fresh, intentional, and tailored for modern living, with a seamless flow between indoors and out" thanks to the brilliant remodel by the ...

In Florida, brunch isn’t just about what’s on the plate but about the experience. The best cafés know how to turn a simple weekend meal into something memorable, whether it’s friends catching up, ...

‘Container-grown fruit trees can be planted almost all year round as long as the soil is not frozen, waterlogged or solid from drought,’ advises Steph. ‘If they are planted late spring and summer, ...

The Ruby Mountains, named for red garnets mistaken for precious rubies during the 1800s gold rush, had intrigued us for over 20 years. Rumors that this Northern Nevada mountain range rivaled ...

Fall in the U.S. starts in September and lasts until December. Iconic fall foods include pumpkin spice lattes, apple cider donuts, butternut squash soup, and pumpkin pie. During this season, Americans ...