PUBLISHED: November 24, 2024 at 5:00 AM CST Before the holiday bustle becomes all-consuming, consider arranging to have your large trees inspected and pruned this winter.

With a smaller specimen or newly planted tree, use an irrigation bag (a large plastic bag with holes in the bottom) or a 5-gallon plastic bucket with a 1/8-inch hole drilled at the bottom.

CARBONDALE, Ill. (WSIL) -- The winter storm brought lots of frozen precipitation which coated roadways, buildings and trees on Sunday and into Monday morning.

With their large, lush leaves, banana trees bring a tropical vibe to any backyard. But, if you want to enjoy their dramatic display year after year, you’ll need to protect them from cold winters.

When clouds are missing, a tree, a car, or any other object will do. The canopy provided by a tree can prevent heat from being radiated away, preventing frost from forming on the ground.

Winter, the dormant season for most plants in the Chicago area, presents unique opportunities for restoration work targeting larger, woody invasive species at suburban forest preserves. The large ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — As winter approaches, Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry shares tips and resources on how to prepare trees for the cold weather.