Reviewed by Debra LaGattuta The jacaranda tree, a stunning tropical plant, features clusters of fragrant purple blooms and branches that create an umbrella-like canopy. In tropical climates, these ...

Q: We have a neighbor with an overgrown tree. We’ve tried everything to get her to trim it. She won’t do it, and it drops debris on our lawn and makes a mess of our house. What are our options? — Greg ...

Jacaranda tree in bloom against a blue sky - Simon Mcgill/Getty Images Also known as the fern tree because of its fern-like foliage, the jacaranda tree (Jacaranda mimosifolia) is a deciduous species ...

We often plant trees and shrubs near property lines for screening. Other times, it's the only way to keep them at a safe distance from the house. Unfortunately, those trees don't consider property ...