Flower beds warming up to WNY winters

First we've been flummoxed by a weirdly warm winter. Now, a new map of the nation's gardening zones may throw us into further confusion.

Native mesquite gets a serious look for landscapes

A Texas tree that got out of bounds and became invasive, causing ranchers headaches, is being reconsidered as an ornamental, drought-tolerant shade specimen.

Growing a passion for plants in others

SANBORN—A new effort to attract students to a little-known horticulture program has included a scholarship collaboration with a foundation and Buffalo- based “green” nonprofits.

Rose Auction to benefit MCC garden

The Mesa-East Valley Rose Society is hosting its annual Rose Auction at Mesa Community College on Feb. 4 to benefit the local college campus' Rose Garden.