Start with the right pot size. Young fruit trees should generally be potted in a 5- to 10-gallon container. Gradually ...

When you're roaming through the never-ending rows of gorgeous specimens in your local nursery, it's so easy to get caught up in their beauty and make an instant purchase. But this can prove costly in ...

When you have a small yard, you might think trees are out of the question, but there are many smaller, fast-growing trees that will bring color, height, and texture to your outdoor space. One such ...

Whether you have a small yard or even just a petite patio space, it's possible to still grow trees to add depth, color, and interest. Love the look of stately birch and magnolia trees, but don't have ...

Late April is an excellent time weather-wise to plant a tree, which is why Pennsylvania decided decades ago to mark the last Friday of each April as Arbor Day. Nebraska newspaper editor J. Sterling ...

There are a number of tricks for making a small yard look bigger, from installing a charming footpath to creating an inviting-looking focal point. Planting a modestly sized tree is another effective ...

Chilopsis linearis, the desert willow or desert catalpa, is prized in dry gardens for its showy, fragrant blossoms which cover the tree in summer. When many native bloomers are past their spring glory ...

To stay healthy, sometimes trees need a little help in the form of a trim. Pruning is an essential maintenance activity to promote tree health, safety, and aesthetics. Since trees are large, ...

Having a black cherry tree in your yard may sound nice, but there are some major cons you'll need to consider that could ...