Grand firs are beginner-friendly once they've settled in, but germination rates from seeds are low, which are prone to ...

Patience is a virtue, and many trees require it. "Trees, in general, live on a much longer timeline than we do, with many living for hundreds, and some even thousands of years," says Nancy Gaspari, an ...

There are many trees that provide excellent shade in the landscape. These trees are all fast growing, hardy, and can be ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous, fast-growing perennials that provide quick color and texture for shade gardens.

Fast-growing trees can add character and color to your home's landscape relatively quickly, but those varieties often require full sun to add height so quickly. However, there are plenty of ...

Q. My 10-year-old mountain laurel died, and I miss the shade it provided for the northwest corner of my house. What trees can you recommend that will grow quickly and provide protection from the ...

When choosing a large shade tree, one must always deal with a conundrum - there is an inverse relationship between quality of tree and rate of growth. Trees that grow fast and produce quick shade tend ...

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As a hybrid between a heart-shaped flower and a beautifully vibrant plant, this perennial has gorgeous rich caramel leaves that are perfect for a fall garden.

This might be a little controversial, but it’s been on my mind for a while. I was recently sitting in my backyard with my friend Mackenzie beneath the coverage of the 200+ trees that surround my home.

Lots of reasons spur the planting of new trees, including shade, beauty, bird and pollinator benefits, and trees’ ability to produce oxygen while storing carbon to counteract harmful climate change.