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 ...

Think your garden’s too small for a tree? Think again. Arboricultural experts say even the most compact plots can support the right species – and the benefits go far beyond aesthetics. The key is ...

Just because your yard is small, you don't need to rule out planting evergreen trees, which are some of the hardest-working and most versatile landscape plants. Want color in winter when most trees ...

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 ...

When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who towered over the brick homes below — a 150-year-old remnant from before the ...

When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who towered over the brick homes below — a 150-year-old remnant from before the ...

Whatever the variety, the first step to ensuring the enjoyment of your newly purchased tree for years to come is planting it ...