Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan 23, 2024 2:00 pm EST The Judas tree is a lovely plant for virtually any yard. Beyond being colorful and pleasant to look at, it also actually benefits your garden. In fact, the…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Tiffany Selvey/March 19, 2024 7:00 am EST With hundreds of thousands of photos devoted to them on Instagram, fiddle leaf figs (Ficus lyrata) are a popular tree that fits any decor style, from boho to…
Pests are a common problem in gardens and can cause a variety of issues for gardeners. Whether it’s an infestation of insects or a plague of rabbits, pests can quickly destroy all your hard work and leave you frustrated. Luckily,…
Garden Tunatura/Shutterstock By Robyn Hunt/June 25, 2024 6:00 am EST Clay soil is a common challenge that many gardeners face when it comes to growing plants. Its heavy texture and moisture-retaining properties can make it difficult for some foliage to thrive.…
Cephalanthus occidentalis, commonly known as buttonbush, is a versatile native shrub found in various types of natural areas throughout North America. Its unique appearance, attractive leaves, and showy pom-pom-like flowers make it a popular choice for gardeners looking for an…
Being able to identify the weeds in your yard is an important skill, both so you can learn how best to get rid of them, and so you can keep your family and pets safe. This is especially vital if…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Meredith Eastwood 1, 2024 9:00 pm EST Pruning your Japanese maple tree demands careful consideration of the seasons. The late winter to early spring window offers a unique opportunity. During this dormant phase, the tree focuses on…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Masie O’Toole 3, 2024 7:05 pm EST When deciding which plants to incorporate into their lawns, many people choose hydrangeas for one very good reason: their gorgeous, large-scale blooms. These shrubs are much taller than…
It may seem like a movie scene to walk along a sidewalk on a tree-lined street with the canopies on either side nearly touching. Yet, from a practical point of view, there are some risks to planting trees too close…
Garden Trees, Shrubs & Vines By Morgan McCrory 21, 2024 11:30 pm EST The line between a zesty, well-tasting lemon and a bitter, poor-tasting lemon is a fine one, and it’s easy to cross when growing your own. Sure, you could…