Learn how to use small trees for landscaping to create the ideal backyard in every season — even if you don't have much space ...

Sure, flowers, shrubs, and perennials make for pretty flower beds, but don't forget about trees to go alongside them in your landscaping! Have a small backyard or small lot? No problem. Plenty of ...

Landscaping is a crucial element of curb appeal, providing an attractive variety of colors, textures, and natural beauty.

John Winkler emailed me in search of seven desert trees. These trees are suitable for landscaping throughout Southern California and are noteworthy, in addition to their low water requirement, for ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

Not all trees need to be large in order to make a statement. Small trees – which are officially known as “dwarf trees” in garden parlance and don’t grow above 30 feet– can liven up a front yard with ...

Mark is a seasoned green industry veteran and freelance writer based in Georgia. His work encompasses all things garden, landscape, home improvement, and DIY, with a focus on sustainability. Mark ...

Dear Roger: I am choosing some trees for my landscape. I have bought a house on 2.5 acres with a small stream and some damp spots. It has no trees. I also have some sandy, dry spots. I want trees that ...

We have reached the point in summer when many of the plants in our landscape are at their best. Lots of green growth, bright flowers, and every type of insect and bird can be seen outside in your ...

I am often asked to recommend small trees for home landscapes. There are many options available that work well in eastern North Carolina beyond the standards like eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis), ...