David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

There’s a corner in almost every garden where nothing seems to want to grow. The ground looks dusty even after rain, the ...

When it comes to choosing a tree for a landscape, homeowners consider many things. Some plant trees for their aesthetic appeal, while others do so for their fruit. However, there are also many people ...

First of all, it is important to choose a good planting spot where the tree has a good opportunity to thrive. So, that means ...

Learn the species of maple trees most commonly found in the United States, and how to tell them apart.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A close-up of an unspecified Japanese maple seed pod - Lois GoBe/Shutterstock Many home landscapers love the look of Japanese ...

Purdue Landscape Report: An unfortunate question I am sometimes asked is similar to this: “I lost my prized shade tree! What can I plant that will grow fast and give me shade?” While there is no ...