When you're short on space in your landscape, it's vital to choose the right tree so it doesn't overwhelm your yard. Here are some to avoid and some to plant.

Your front yard is your home's first impression, so of course you'd want to ensure it's a good one. From flowers to trees, ...

In Southern gardens, many perennial plants benefit from being planted in part shade. Learn what partial shade really means and how to site plants accordingly in the garden. Discover beautiful ...

Subtropical plants such as bottlebrush, loquats, figs, oleanders, and pomegranates, don’t always flower their first years ...

Tall types exceed 20 feet in height. If you think that's not possible, look at Muskogee or Red Rocket. If those don't ...

July is a great month for blossoms − on trees, shrubs and perennials. Here are a few of Henry Homeyer's favorite July plants.

When the government of Sri Lanka published the  National Red List of threatened plants in 2020, my eyebrows shot up. We’ve ...

At a bend in Zambia’s Kafue River, the bicolored waterberry trees resemble an avenue planted along a city boulevard. Their ...

If you live in a warm climate, consider planting this unique, fragrant tree in your yard. It will reward you with stunning flowers and a sweet aroma.

Plants with heart-shaped leaves add a touch of romance and elegance to gardens, landscapes, and indoor spaces. These leaves’ ...

In 2013, the International Herb Association selected the elderberry as its “Herb of the Year.” Elderberry (genus Sambuca) can ...

A: Apple trees commonly produce shoots where the trunk emerges from ground level, often termed crown suckers. If allowed to ...