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Gardeners might have any number of reasons for wanting to grow plants or trees in containers. Not everyone has an exp...
Q: The leaves are starting to turn earlier than usual in my neck of the woods. One neighbor says it’s because we’ve h...
Highlights It typically costs between $150 and $1,150 to remove a palm tree from a yard. Some of the factors that d...
Highlights Tree transplanting costs typically range from $300 to $10,000, while the national average cost to transpl...
There's no reason that your winter landscape needs to look dry and dreary. There are lots of plants that can add beau...
Oak trees have been around for more than 50 million years, with individual trees easily living 1,000 years. One of th...
Climbing trees, treetop forts, and swings are childhood staples. But what kind of tree works best for these kinds of ...
Actually, there aren’t any shrubs that really require trimming. They get by without it in the wild, after all. As Ala...
Trees do more than provide soothing summer shade: They also enhance curb appeal and increase a property's value if th...
Whether you just moved into a new house or you want to refresh your outdoor space in a hurry, fast-growing shrubs sho...
Though tall trees are lauded for providing shade and cooling the spaces around them, there’s plenty of good reason to...
Your property might sit in a depression, or perhaps you have a majestic view from the top of a small rise. Either way...
Most types of boxwood shrubs are cultivars of either Buxus sempervirens, also known as common or American boxwood, or...
Trees form the architecture of residential landscapes, adding beauty along with several practical benefits. The best ...
Q: I recently read about tree equity in the infrastructure bill and the many tree benefits for communities. But some ...
Highlights The typical cost to remove shrubs and bushes ranges from $448 to $1,393, with homeowners around the count...
Having a beautiful garden boosts curb appeal and increases property value, but for those looking to diversify their l...
Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your property. This list of different ty...
A living tree memorial is a touching way to honor a loved one who has passed away. The tree can serve as a tranquil p...
There are lots of ways you can dress up your landscape, and the details make all the difference. Your choice of gard...
You don’t need a fence to maintain your privacy when you can block your nosy nextdoor neighbor from peering into your...
If you’ve ever dabbled in aromatherapy—or if you’re a koala bear—you’re probably familiar with the fragrant leaves of...
Every holiday season, the debate over cut or artificial Christmas trees resurfaces. Both options have their pros and ...
Many areas of the country had some strange weather this year. Forest fires, unexpected cold snaps, the late arrival o...
There are many insects that can dine on your garden, lay waste to the structural integrity of your home, or even pose...
Palm trees are notorious for the tropical touch they add to a landscape. Though easy to maintain once established, th...
Slowly draining bathtubs and sinks, gurgling noises coming from the drain, toilets that regularly back up—though thes...
Most apple varieties mature in autumn when the temperatures start to moderate, and the bright greens of spring and su...
Q: I just bought a home with a wood-burning stove, and I want to stock up on wood. I’ve noticed wood is sold by the c...
There comes a time in every tree’s life cycle where its beauty and splendor runs out and it becomes a liability rathe...
If you wish to decorate your landscape with small flowering trees, you’ll likely want to choose at least one or two v...
Q: There’s a sinkhole starting to form in my yard. My neighbor had a similar issue a few years ago, and it ended up b...
Trees provide our homes with plenty of perks, from shade in the summer to gorgeous fall color—not to mention major cu...
Both urban and suburban areas are filled with unused lots and neglected plots of land. Some plant lovers looking to a...
Trending TreesHouseplants add green, natural life to any room, and an indoor tree adds height, drama, color, and text...
Investing in a tree stump grinder may not make sense for homeowners who just have a stump or two they need to remove ...
Whether you just spotted a broken limb dangling precariously over the family room, or you’re worried that the dead br...
A squirrel is a squirrel, right? Think again. More than 65 different types of squirrels live in the United States. Th...
Add a pop of color to your winter landscape—and feed hungry birds in the process—by planting these stunning shrubs and trees.
Highlights The typical range for tree trimming costs is $200 to $760, with a national average of $460. The tree siz...
Highlights Tree stump removal typically costs between $175 and $544, with homeowners around the country paying an av...
Like people, trees can succumb to various diseases. But since trees don’t cry out in pain, they can’t tell humans whe...
Living on a partially wooded 80-acre tract offers plenty of room to grow a variety of desirable trees, but it also pr...
Trees are majestic in the landscape, but not all trees are desirable, such as those that grow beneath power lines or ...
Highlights The national average cost of tree removal is $750, but costs can range from $200 to $2,000. Tree size, s...
Though trees certainly add natural beauty to any outdoor space, there are a variety of practical advantages to having...
Signs of spring inspire society to start a new chapter. Around the home, a blooming garden is a telltale sign the sea...
First detected in the United States in 2014, the spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula) has made its way from Pennsy...
Would you prefer your houseplants do something besides sit there and look pretty? With the right types of indoor fruit trees, the greenery in your home can produc...
Chipper shredders are landscaping power tools that grind up branches, leaves, and other dry organic debris. The shred...
From closing down the deck and garden to making sure your heating system is working, there’s plenty to be done in the autumn months. Which tasks will you take on ...
A wood chipper cuts twigs, limbs, branches, and other solid yard material into small pieces. These chips may provide ...
Q: The fruit on several fruit trees in my garden grows poorly and the leaves look bad. I probably need to spray the t...
Tropical islands, remote jungles, desert oases, and Miami have a common visual: palm trees. In tropical and subtropic...
Planting bushes and shrubs can add depth and diversity to your landscape. You can use them to add splashes of color t...
Americans love our lawns, and we would like to save some time maintaining those green spaces while also maintaining c...
Fall is a great time to upgrade your landscaping. Plants, trees, and shrubs are slowing down from the hot summer and ...
