We love a towering oak tree or a stately maple in full glory in the autumn. But unless you have a huge garden with plenty of room for them to stretch out, these trees aren't going to work in a smaller ...

Around the world, maple trees are a popular choice for shade and color. All maples are Acer species, belonging to a group of deciduous trees that is actually fairly diverse, ranging from the tall ...

Yes, you can grow fresh fruit on your balcony.

Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need to be ...

As you approach spring landscaping chores, you might be considering adding a dogwood tree to your yard. But, when do dogwoods bloom? They typically flower between early spring and early summer, ...

In Louisiana, January tends to be a cool (this year frigid), wet (including snow last week) month, providing ideal conditions for planting trees. By April, things are already warming up here, and it’s ...

For Sam Van Aken, grafting — a horticultural practice of joining two or more plants together — is about more than just creating the best harvest. It's a way to preserve trees, particularly varieties ...

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...