Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your property. With global deforestation a real environmental concern, every tree planted—even just one or two in the ...

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 ...

Before you head out to the nursery to purchase a tree for your landscape, there are some important things to consider.

If you're thinking about planting a tree in your yard but worry about maintenance and potential damage, understory trees are a great alternative.

MARTIN COUNTY, Fla. — With the Treasure Coast, Okeechobee and Palm Beach counties under a heat advisory, finding shade under trees may be a great way to escape the high temperatures. We spoke to ...

I recently bought two 12-foot shade trees in large containers. Do I need to stake them? How long? My neighbor still has stakes on some trees planted two or three years ago. It sounds like you have not ...

Discover practical strategies to cool Indian backyards with shade trees and structures. From neem and mango to pergolas and ...

To reduce wind resistance, Zampini suggests thinning the crown and pruning any dead or decaying branches, as this helps ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I'm looking for a shade tree that is fast growing and attractive for my front ...