What’s the most important step in planting a tree or shrub? Thinking it through first. “How a tree is planted makes a huge difference in how healthy it will be and how long it is likely to live,” said ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Magnolia trees, with their large, fragrant blooms in shades of white, pink, and purple, are a stunning ...

Arbor Day is tomorrow. On this day of tree planting, keep in mind a common stress, and even killer, of young trees is incorrect planting. Here are some tree planting tips for success. Start with a ...

Michigan's DNR releases a guide to help residents select and plant trees that will thrive in urban environments.

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has offered the following tips for spring tree planting. May in New York is a good time to plant a tree. When you plant, remember Goldilocks ...

CORVALLIS — It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the ...

These delicious fruit trees are native to the United States and can grow across a range of zones - and fall is the perfect ...

Growing a blue elderberry from seed takes patience, but this rewarding process brings lasting beauty, biodiversity, and a ...

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 ...