When I think about winter survival, my mind first goes to wildlife: field mice curling up in nests, chickadees flocking to ...

A tree's bark is an underused landscaping element that's often eclipsed in importance by foliage and blooms. Yet the color and texture of trees' bark makes a strong visual statement in any backyard.

The color, texture, thickness and pattern of a tree’s bark are all hints. Feel the texture. Is it smooth, deeply ridged, shaggy or peeling? Beech trees have very smooth bark, cottonwoods have ...

White aspen bark is a natural exfoliant. Its salicin content converts to salicylic acid on the skin's surface, effectively ...