Opting to spend more on something that will last longer is a trend emerging in an economy where consumers want their discretionary income to g...

What they lack in size, they more than make up for in versatility and beauty. An ornamental tree will find its way to the focus of your landsc...

Variety and change are the backbone principles behind using annual plants in the landscape. They are typically less expensive than perennials ...

There is a common misperception about xeriscaping: Many people believe that xeriscaped yards consist of harsh rock gardens and hardscapes wit...

Flowering shrubs are a long-standing favorite among those who appreciate an ornamental that provides diversity in the landscape. They come in ...

Microinjection, a technique for injecting fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals directly into trees, is often the safest, most effective...

As soon as you notice any abnormality in a tree's appearance, you should begin a careful examination according to guidelines set by the Inter...

Historic trees have been witness to some of the greatest - and sometimes infamous - world events. Their grandeur provides us a living link to ...

Drought-resistant plants have a unique ability to withstand dry conditions through drought avoidance or drought tolerance. Drought avoidance i...

By definition, annuals are plants that grow, flower and die in a single season. You can use them in landscape designs by themselves or as a co...

I'm a fan of mixing it up. Few things are more monotonous than driving through a neighborhood where each yard features the same plants only i...

When you think of groundcovers in landscaping, it's likely that your thoughts turn immediately to turf. And why shouldn't they? Turf is, af...