Articles related to "Yew"

Yew trees are among today's oldest living things. They feature strongly in history, legend and the lives of saints and heroes.

Britain's oldest living inhabitants are ancient yew trees. Their survival is due to superb natural adapability. Their biggest enemy is human expansion.

Yew trees, some contemporaries of Christ, have survived Man's expansion and seen the birth and death of nations. They are living history, but modern life threatens them.

Fall brings not just the reds and yellows of turning leaves, but also the bright colors of berries on many common trees.

Evergreens are perfectly happy to be left alone other than the removal of dead or dying wood and the occasional feeding, but pruning can give an evergreen renewed vigor.

Wood was the first material to be used in archery - indeed, the material which allowed the very practice of archery to come into being.

Section 2 of Tennyson's In Memoriam focuses on the ancient, never-changing yew tree and his own wish to be like the tree and bask in gloom and bleakness forever.

John Tradescant the Elder was an early 17th century plant hunter and botanist who made a name for himself as a plantsman and an innovative garden designer.

Few gardeners haven't heard of Sissinghurst, that garden in Kent filled with cottagey roses. The very name evokes the scent and richness of a traditional English garden.

The people of Singapore have been asked to exchange some personal freedom for the high standard of living they enjoy. The government responds by helping the needy.

Vancouver is offering spa packages and cocktails for Vancouver 2010 Olympics-themed inspiration. See Yew Restaurant + Bar at the Four Seasons Hotel, Vida Spa & Skoah Spa.

The slogan "The Track That Will Blow You Away" not only refers to the action on the track but the windy conditions. What plants will survive at the Kansas Speedway?

From the ancient yew sculptures of Cumbria's Levens Hall to the long rippling hedges of London's Thames Barrier Park, we explore Britain's best winter topiary gardens

Medieval knights had many different weapons in their arsenal, but they were all designed to inflict the most damage possible to their opponents on the battlefield.

Niall Mac Coitir assembles folklore of native Irish trees in his book "Irish Trees: Myths, Legends & Folklore." Trees of druids, saints and common folk await our discovery.

Consider home garden designs to include interesting and colorful trees, shrubs and even vegetable plants that need little winter care and bring ife to the cold months.

Cutting down trees in Runescape can be quite profitable. All a player needs is an ax and a tree to use it on. Woodcutting is also used in other trade skills.

Lilies, castor beans, cycad palms, rhododendrons, azaleas, laurels, yews, crocuses, foxgloves and oleanders are among the most common poisonous plants for cats and dogs.

Lismore Castle has it all - a spectacular setting, stunning gardens and sculptures by some of the best sculptors in Europe.

The Center for Biological Diversity reports that about 15,000 medicinal plants across the globe are at risk from habitat destruction, overharvesting, and big business.

Fletching is a relatively simple skill in Runescape, but one with a lot of possibilities. It can boost the power of many ranged weapons when used to make ammunition.

The early settlers of the English Lake District were not Anglo-Saxons but Celts. Their language lingers in the names of many of the rivers, lakes and mountains.

Somerset, in England's Southwest, may be better known for cider and the Glastonbury music festival. But most of the county is gentle farmland hiding exquiste gardens.

Upright conifers are perfect complements to residential landscapes and gardens, providing strong vertical accents and year-round interest.

Low-maintenance small evergreen shrubs are first-rate selections for DIY landscape foundation plantings. They enrich the looks of shady front yard landscapes.

We need to support renewable forms of energy like power generated by wind turbines, but can birds and wind power exist together? The evidence suggests they can.

Archaeological remains and ancient sources help us to identify the way roman gardens were designed and what types of plants and flowers were most common in them.

Seana McKenna chats about one of North America's newest dramatists plus the chance to work with a longtime Stratford Festival colleague.

There's an array of toxic plants in the average yard or garden. Learn what plants are toxic and the symptoms of poisoning in livestock, pets and other animals.

Hailed as one of the founders of French Impressionism, Claude Monet often sought inspiration in his own Giverny Garden which reflected his passion for colour and water.

The Green Man has become popular in the West since environmental awareness grew in the 1960s, and this article documents the pagan symbol's earliest evidence in Europe.

In freezing conditions, wild birds could use a hand finding fresh water and food, and with a little ingenuity and some planning, you won't even need to buy a feeder.

Hiking at Torreya presents a challenging and refreshing change of pace for hikers looking to get away from Florida's flatter terrain.

After years of suppression, opium production seems to be on the rise in Burma. Why is this happening and what does it mean?

Garden pest control tips for Japanese Beetle. The #1 lawn pest, Japanese beetles feed on 300 plant species. Discover organic pest control for Japanese Beetle.

Pine, spruce, fir, hemlock, cypress, cedar, larch--not all these trees are evergreens, although all have needle-like leaves and produce cones, so they are conifers.

There's a broad cast of shrubs homeowners can use in designing their gardens and planting beds. What are these shrub types, and how can they best be utilized?

Summer is the time to show off the rich colors of flowers in a garden. Optimum planting creates enjoyment throughout the summer.

The English Longbow has the reputation of being the weapon of choice of Robin Hood. The character might be mythical but the weapon has a deadly history.

The Edible Forest Garden is an Agroforestry garden landscape designed to grow a lot of organic food with minimal work and resilient in the face of climate change.

Although not a desert flower known for its beauty or color, Welwitschia is one of earth's fascinating treasures and it is worth taking a holiday to Namibia to see.

Landscape fabrics work for specific projects. Some plant groups thrive and are easier to maintain than other groups when used with these erosion and weed control fabrics.

With only six large rooms this award-winning hotel is intimate and friendly. Near the attractive small town of Aberfeldy and among best salmon fishing spots in Scotland.

Welsh love spoons evolved from ordinary wooden spoons used in cooking and to eat a traditional cawl but came to represent love, faithfulness and a desire to stay as one.

Woodcutting in Runes of Magic is one of three gathering professions in the game.

English gardens can take many shapes, colors, and sizes but they all have a distinct English personality

Pomegranates are an autumn fruit, a harbinger of Christmas. Here are tips for buying, storing, and eating the arils (seeds) of this juicy, if messy, fruit.

"Everything is poisonous, nothing is poisonous, it is all a matter of dose." (Claude Bernard)

Among the towering bamboo and flowering Japanese plum and cherry trees they lurk - two huge Komodo dragons make the Jacksonville Zoo's Asian Bamboo Garden Exhibit home.

From cultures around the world, here are some beautiful names for little girls that begin with the letter Y.