Around the world, maple trees are a popular choice for shade and color. All maples are Acer species, belonging to a group of deciduous trees that is actually fairly diverse, ranging from the tall ...

This time of year, Japanese Maple trees have a beautiful display of red leaves that make any backyard stand out. You’ll know them when you see them - they’re quite a small species of tree with ...

Q: Can you tell me what's eating the leaves on this small tree (see reader's photo)? Not sure what kind it is; I've grown it in a pot since it was a sprig. A: It appears to be a small red maple tree.