Sporting golden leaves in the fall and bright yellow flowers in late winter, witch hazel is a flowering shrub that can add a splash of color to any garden.
Living
Living
Best New England Inventions
From tools and games to new ways to write, keep warm, and remain whisker-free — we can’t imagine life without these New England inventions.
Living
Hope on Any Given Day
Twenty children lost their lives at a Newtown, Connecticut, elementary school in 2012. As the country moved on to mourn other mass shootings, survivors were left with their private wounds and memories.
Richard Adams Carey reflects on watching a snapping turtle take a leap of faith.
More than a century on, Massachusetts-born Chuck Taylors still have plenty of spring in their step.
From growers and merchants to artisans and authors, there’s a garden guru around every corner at the Connecticut Trade Secrets annual garden show.
A hillside studded with old-growth apple trees hints at the sweet life that awaits at this handsome Vermont farm and former B&B.
Before sending a bouquet to the object of your affection, make sure you’re sending the right message with this guide to flower meanings.
Rhode Island’s Matt Cavallaro turns ancient know-how into strikingly modern cookware.
Gardens
How to Build a Bonfire in Winter
Wondering how to build a bonfire in winter? Deep snow, a brush pile, marshmallows, and patience are among the requirements.
Gardens
How to Ski on Ice
Facing an icy slope can be intimidating, but not impossible. Here’s some helpful advice for how to ski on ice, and get to the bottom safely.
Justin Shatwell explains why a good museum should make you nervous in this thoughtful and humourous essay.