Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Pinyon pine typically grows either in pure stands or with juniper.

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Paulownia tomentosa has had marvelous press on the Internet. Several ...

We've all probably been guilty of this recycling no-no at least once — discarding a disposable coffee cup or food takeout container in our bin. While you may be thinking you're doing your part ...

As a journalist, Gabriella Sotelo covers the environment, climate change, and agriculture. She has a bachelor's in Journalism/Environmental Studies from NYU. Plastic has become ubiquitous in the ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening.

Balcony gardens can be quite valuable for those living in urban areas with little outside space. They might not be big, but when they are carefully designed, balcony gardens can be truly magical ...

From a relaxing nightcap to an energizing morning blend, making your own herbal teas is easy and generally more sustainable than commercial options. Certain herbal ingredients have been shown to ...

This inspiring home proves that going off-grid can be both comfortable and elegant. A great example of this kind of labor of love is this modern straw bale homestead in Minto, Ontario, that ...

This stunning DIY project was constructed together as a family, and looks toward a future where the daughters might be able to live mortgage-free. For many people, a tiny house represents more ...

The Treehugger editorial team is a diverse group of experts—with advanced degrees, professional experience, published books, and more—whose expertise spans every corner of the sustainability ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening.

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. The latest mass timber building by Waugh Thistleton ...