Cotoneasters (Cotoneaster spp.) are hardy, fire-resistant shrubs characterized by their thick, moisture-retaining leaves and low, spreading growth habit, which reduces flame height. Ranging from ...

A hard prune in early spring can do wonders. Cut the entire shrub back to 6” to 8” and clean out any dead branches within the ...

Meyer lemons, Valencia oranges, lavender agapanthus blooms — how I will miss our small garden that still 'sparks joy.' ...

If you're trying to find the perfect tree for your small yard, choose a compact species that won't break easily or cause a big mess.

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, ...

I was invited to join my wife and her friend for an easy hike up Teton Canyon east of Driggs. They would hike while I would saunter along with my camera and we would meet at the junction where the ...

Flowers don’t have all the power to enliven a landscape. Here are 4 trees and other plants that do well in the coastal region ...

I had a column about pruning spring-blooming plants. Always prune them after they finish blooming. This is because they set ...

If you have these plants in your yard, pruning them in July is a good idea, whether to encourage more blooms, keep them in ...

• Geraniums prefer moist soil but can suffer from root rot if the soil is waterlogged. Ensure your pots have drainage holes ...

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

In this installment, villagers from a picturesque mountain village in Southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region received a reply letter from Xi. In recent years, the village has stood out for its ...