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Did you know about some of the problems with eucalyptus trees? Here's a quick rundown on some of the negatives of these beautiful trees. By Maeve Rich |
Here's how to store grapes without ruining their delicate flavors. By Maeve Rich |
Burning leaves is bad for the environment and your health. Try these alternatives to eliminate leaf clutter and improve your landscape. |
You may know it as Catalpa, Catawba, Indian Bean, Cigar Tree or Fish Bait Tree, but chances are if you live in the United States, you have seen this unique tree. By Kim Willis |
A Weeping Cherry Tree is easy to care for, but you won't be able to grow anything beneath it and you may need to prune branches from time to time. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
 | Japanese Maple is a beautiful landscape addition, but these trees require vigilance to keep them free of disease. Learn how to spot and treat the most common afflictions. By Jenney Cheever |
There is nothing more gorgeous in spring than the graceful branches of the redbud tree outlined in glowing magenta-pink flowers. By Kim Willis |
 | Flowering trees add charm and grace to the landscape. There are few gardens so small that a flowering tree can't be added. If you choose wisely, the tree can provide interest in several seasons, not just when it is in bloom. By Kim Willis |
A magnolia tree is a striking addition to your yard, and you'll adore the sweet-smelling flowers that bloom each spring. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Edible wild berries are delicious, and knowing how to spot them could save your life. By Maeve Rich |
 | You don't get caramels from it, but some think the wonderful Katsura tree smells like caramel or cotton candy when it loses it's leaves in the fall. By Kim Willis |
So beloved are lilacs that they were one of the first plants that early settlers brought to America. By Kim Willis |
Learn to identify wild berries and you'll have an essential survival skill that will serve you in case of an emergency. By Maeve Rich |
Crepe Myrtle is a popular flowering tree with interesting bark and long-lasting summer blooms. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
 | Emerald Arborvitae can be used as hedging in two ways. With pruning, you can create a bushy hedge; without it, you'll have narrow, 40-foot trees you can use as a windbreak. |
 | There is no greater pleasure for a gardener than to step into the landscape and breathe in the scent of aromatic flowering shrubs. By Gene Rodriguez, III |
Poisonous berries can turn a fun camping trip into a jaunt to the emergency room. Learn which berries to avoid and save your stomach the trouble. By Maeve Rich |
 | Learn how to prune a boxwood into square shapes for a formal garden. By Cheryl Bowman |
