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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...

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.

Typical Range: $75 to $1,500 National Average: $460Beautiful, healthy trees sometimes need a little maintenance. B...

Typical Range: $167 to $503 National Average: $327Whether a tree comes down on its own—perhaps during a storm or d...

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 ...

Typical Range: $200 to $2,000 National Average: $750Trees are a wonderful part of nature, but roots or an overgrow...

Good fences make good neighbors, but when tree branches extend over those fences—or property lines—neighbors can become grouchy.

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 ...

The best wood chipper for home use must accommodate the twigs and branches you feed into it and suit your power requi...

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...

Fall is a great time to upgrade your landscaping. Plants, trees, and shrubs are slowing down from the hot summer and ...