You don’t need massive acreage to enjoy a stunning canopy. Select small trees deliver year-round beauty and much-needed shade while staying perfectly proportionate to North Texas yards. From scorching summers to unpredictable freezes, these hardy varieties are built to last.
When summer drapes the land in heat and everything slows beneath it, the Vitex tree begins to bloom. Its violet spires rise slowly, reaching into the shimmer with quiet intent. Called chaste tree, agnus-castus, or monk’s pepper, it has moved through centuries like a rumor, part prayer and part plant. In its petals live old stories: goddesses and gardens, acts of devotion, desire that once knew how to wait.
This August, a different kind of celestial event will grace Colorado’s skies. High above Breckenridge, a constellation born of light, wind, and vision will rise, drift, and shimmer in mid-air—silent, weightless, and alive.
The abalone shell isn’t just pretty — it’s a battle-scarred artifact of the sea. Shaped by tides and time, it’s been burned in rituals, worn as armor, and carved into sacred art. Its beauty is the aftermath — every gleam a testament, every hue a chapter of endurance. In the shell’s iridescent spirals are traces of the ocean’s violence — and its grace. Here are ten things you probably didn’t know about this strange, beautiful relic of the deep.
A rose, utterly without thorns yet brimming with charm, carries an unbelievable tale of survival. Discover the Peggy Martin Rose, the blossom that weathered a hurricane’s fury.
The first line of Lord Byron’s poem Darkness reads, “I had a dream, which was not all a dream. The bright sun was extinguish’d.” Imagine, for a moment, looking up into the sky and witnessing the sight Byron describes. It’s difficult to fathom, given the sun’s powerful rays and how much we rely on them to brighten our days and lift our moods. Byron’s inspiration for this poem was a direct response to his surroundings in the summer of 1816, known as “The Year Without a Summer.” Was it as dreadful as it sounds? Indeed, it was.
Looking for interesting sights in Canterbury, England? A visit to the new underwater sculpture, Alluvia, might be the perfect choice. Alluvia is the latest creation by Jason deCaires Taylor, a pioneering British artist renowned for his groundbreaking underwater sculptures that blend artistry with environmental awareness.
The Great Elephant Migration is a global fundraising adventure that creatively conveys a vital message: the importance of human-wildlife coexistence. This project, presented by Elephant Family USA in collaboration with cultural institutions and a diverse array of contemporary artists, celebrates the majestic elephants while raising awareness of biodiversity loss and the importance of indigenous knowledge.
Prepare to be shocked. In this eye-opening interview, directors Jorik Dozy and Sil van der Woerd reveal the hidden cost of your investments. A powerful weapon in the fight against environmental destruction, “MoneyTrees” is more than just a film—it’s an urgent call to action. Discover how Dozy and van der Woerd are using their work to ignite a global movement for environmental justice.
Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, and Kate Winslet, renowned stars of the highly acclaimed 2022 film “Avatar: The Way of Water” from 20th Century Studios, recently collaborated with celebrated underwater photographer Christy Lee Rogers to capture a series of stunning images celebrating the beauty of our oceans.
