Crepe myrtle trees come in a number of vibrant shades which, when pruned correctly, put on a dazzling summer show when so many other plants have languished in the heat. In hues that include magenta, purple, and delicate white, it’s…
When you think about feeding birds, seeds and nectar might come to mind, but what about spiders? There are thousands of bird species and many prefer juicy insects over grains. Birds are a natural form of pest control to limit…
Seeing mirrors hanging from a tree is always quite majestic and adds a fairy-like, otherworldly element to already enchanting trees. Mirrors can alter our reality or give us new perspectives. Seeing them blowing in the wind and hanging from a…
Some people have tidy shoe closets, suggesting they likely have an organized personality. Other individuals leave their shoes on a mat by the door. Both shoe storage methods are normal and practical, and you can expect to see shoes in…
Beech trees (Fagus grandiflora) demand attention with their stately size and graceful shape. These tall trees can reach up to 75 feet but keep an elegant, rounded shape. They typically grow one main trunk and their branches go out horizontally.…
Winter can be a dreary time of the year in much of the United States. Encouraging the bright red northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) to visit your yard brings color and life to your space, even in the dead of winter.…
Scouring the Internet to determine what’s wrong with your tree can send you down a path of despair. And if you love your trees, you’ve probably done this at least once or twice. Instead of panicking, there are ways to…
When the vibrant yellow blossoms of your forsythia bush begin to make their annual debut, it’s not just a signal that spring has arrived; it’s also a reminder to start paying closer attention to your lawn. Forsythia’s blooming period is…
If you’ve recently spotted unusual-looking beetles on your trees, it’s crucial to pay attention. They could potentially be Asian longhorned beetles, and their presence is often a silent alarm for impending damage. When the females of this species lay their…
A sprawling tree planted in your front or back yard is truly idyllic — it hearkens back to simpler times, inviting humans and animals alike to take shelter under and within its branches. But for all that there is to…