May 1 marked the day Boston restaurants completed the paid permitting process and can officially commence outdoor dining.

We asked design experts to share some of their favorite patio umbrellas and give tips on what to look for while you shop.

Partial shade allows a larger selection of plants including firespike, ti plant, beauty berry, begonias, ornamental gingers ...

A satellite that looks like a giant parasol was launched into orbit today, and will open itself up automatically in space. The ‘space brolly’ was made by the European Space Agency, and blasted off ...

The European Space Agency's Biomass satellite will orbit Earth to assess how the world's rainforests are protecting the ...

Drinking plenty of water helps keep your skin healthy and can aid in preventing sun damage. Tanning beds emit UV radiation that can damage skin and increase the risk of skin cancer. Some medications ...

Going to the playhouse is how some of us get a sneak peek of what may be headed for Broadway.

Choose loose-fitting clothes made of cotton, linen, or natural fibers to stay cool and comfortable. Drink plenty of water and ...

Sunny skies return to Houston this weekend after stormy days. Use these tips that show how you can keep yourself protected ...

Tomorrow we are hosting a spring Plant Fair. Occasions like these are very popular for they are invariably populated by plant sellers, who not only sell their best plants, but also introduce rarities.

Romneya coulteri is a case in point, known as the Californian Tree Poppy, this plant has glaucous, jagged foliage and produces quantities of white flowers with ruffled petals containing a huge boss of ...

Deer rest in the shade under an umbrella of leaves and a fox or two run quickly past. Bobcats and mountain lions are stealth ...