Here are five things to work on in the garden this week: ...

Certain tree species have root systems so extensive and water-hungry that they can cause serious structural damage to ...

The bonus of a four-season yard is that the trees and shrubs, in particular, provide food and shelter for the birds, ...

But...but, they're so beautiful!! We are on the brink of Callery pear bloom in early April. Our roadsides and abandoned fields have since exploded into a sea of white ...

Question: We have recently noticed a number of yellow flowering trees in older neighborhoods. What are they and where are they available? Answer: You have spotted the golden rain trees producing large ...

Do not plant black walnuts, eastern red cedars, junipers, and hawthorns near apple trees. Avoid planting tomatoes, potatoes, peppers, brassicas, and root vegetables near apples. Sunflowers nearby also ...

Q : Do you know what kind of Japanese maple tree this is? It is 25 years old and dying due to improper planting, according to an arborist who inspected it. These are pictures of it 10 years ago (see ...

Flowering trees make for a stunning centerpiece in any yard. They not only signify the arrival of different seasons with colorful, vibrant blooms, but they also lend sweet aromas and a sense of whimsy ...

THE FLOWERING OF NEW ENGLAND— Van Wyck Brooks—Button ($4). In the 27 years since Van Wyck Brooks published his first book (The Wine of the Puritans) he has risen to a commanding height as a U. S.

The Arbor Day tree planting this spring got me thinking about the best attributes for ornamental trees that are hardy for Central Oregon. Hot summers and freezing winters can make it challenging to ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." One great thing to love about beautiful blooming trees is the welcome shade they offer come summer. In ...