Trees
Trees are normally a welcome addition to the home landscape, so finding tree growing information is an essential part of their care. Whether you are needing this information for planting trees, the pruning of trees, or getting rid of ornamental trees that have outlasted their welcome, the following pages should help. Keep reading to find the type of tree care information that meets your needs. Our tree growing information continues to grow, so if you don’t find it now, keep checking. New articles are regularly added.
Explore Trees
-
Goodbye, Bradford Pear! This Native Tree Has Beautiful Blooms, Berries and Fall ColorWhy plant an invasive ornamental tree when you could have one that's just as beautiful but brings so much more to the garden?
By Kayleigh Dray
-
Garden Mythbusters: Should You Seal Tree Wounds After Pruning or Storm Damage? How to Help Them HealThere was a time when any tree injury had us reaching for cans of black tar and wound dressings, but is sealing really a good idea? Here’s the truth about what your trees need
By Teo Spengler
-
Don't Cut Down That Tree Yet – It Could Be Legally Protected, Even if It's on Your Own PropertyThat troublesome tree might be yours, but removing it isn't always your decision. A few important checks could save you a costly mistake.
By Teo Spengler
-
The Native Tree That Outshines Japanese Maple Every Fall – It Looks Gorgeous And Pollinators Love It, Too!We all know and love the Japanese maple, true, but this native tree deserves your adoration this fall...
By Kayleigh Dray
-
What To Do With a Lemon Tree in October – 6 Jobs to Keep Fruit Ripening BeautifullyReap the reward of tending your lemon tree all summer with these simple tasks to keep the plant happy, healthy, and focused on finishing off its fruit to juicy perfection.
By Tyler Schuster
-
Garden Mythbusters: Do Pine Needles Make Your Soil Dangerously Acidic? Here’s How to Use Them with ConfidencePine needles are widely misunderstood due to rumors they can wreck soil pH, but how dangerous are they, really? We uncover the comforting reality behind the myth
By Tyler Schuster
-
These 5 Trees Grow Beautifully in Containers, and September Is the Perfect Time to Plant ThemDon't have yard space for full-sized trees? No problem! Now is the perfect time to plant trees in containers.
By Teo Spengler
-
I Used to Get Rid of Fallen Acorns and Pinecones – Until I Found Out How Useful They AreYour fall lawn debris is actually a valuable resource. Here are 6 clever ways to use fallen pinecones and acorns in your garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
-
What Japanese Maple Trees Need in August If You Want Brilliant Fall ColorYour Japanese Maple's fall display starts long before the leaves begin to change – and these three August tasks can make all the difference.
By Kayleigh Dray
-
4 Small Trees That Make Even Modest Yards Look Expensive – Try These Varieties for a Big Curb Appeal Boost on a Tiny BudgetHave a little yard, but need a big boost of curb appeal? These small trees add a high-end look to even a modest landscape.
By Teo Spengler
-
These 6 Fruit Trees Thrive on Neglect – For a Lush, Stress-Free Bounty You Can Enjoy Even in a Small YardTired of fussy fruit trees throwing tantrums, or just craving easy homegrown harvests? These practically unkillable trees give you delicious crops in big pots and small spaces – without the sulking
By Janey Goulding
-
If Your Tree Falls Into a Neighbor’s Yard, Who Pays for the Damage? What Homeowners Need to Know Before Storm SeasonFall and winter storms can bring big trouble if you have a tree fall into your neighbor's yard. Here's what to do if the worst happens.
By Teo Spengler
-
What Sam Neill Said about His Garden before His Death Should Have Us All Thinking (and Planting) Differently.In the inaugural Quote of the Week, we reflect the late Jurassic Park actor's moving words about planting trees, growing old, and leaving a garden legacy.
By Liz Baessler
-
These 6 Fast-Growing Shade Trees Offer Cooling Canopies in Summer and Add Multi-Season Interest to Your YardCraving relief from summer heat? These fast-growing shade trees deliver cooling shelter, rapid canopy growth, minimal maintenance, and stunning multi-season color
By Teo Spengler
-
Do These 5 Things in July to Keep Your Trees Healthy and ThrivingHeat alone rarely kills established trees, but drought and bad habits will. Here are the things you need to do before July ends to keep your trees alive this summer.
By Teo Spengler
-
I Didn't Want To Pay to Remove My Old Tree Stump – So I Hid It in an Unconventional WayRemoving an old tree stump can be a huge drain on your gardening budget, so why not try something different instead?
By Kayleigh Dray
-
Gardeners Are Obsessed With This Striking Evergreen Perennial – And It’s Easy to See WhyOlder than the dinosaurs, this prehistoric beauty is making a major comeback as one of the most sought-after statement plants of the year.
By Kayleigh Dray

