Plants that drop all their leaves at one time and enter a leafless, dormant state are called deciduous. In climates that ...

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too.

When you’ve been in the business of answering garden questions for 40 some-odd years, a few patterns begin to develop. And seasonal patterns are among the most consistent. “When can I plant my ...

Fall brings out the best in the city's trees and shrubs as colorful leaves brighten up landscapes. Ash, aspen and cottonwoods are prominent this time of year, but there are other trees (and shrubs) ...

Strolling in my neighborhood the other day, I saw two trees with autumn foliage that I thought would have made the most compelling combination had they been planted side by side. One was a ginkgo tree ...

As the outside world normally is around this time each November, things have changed a lot. Many trees are already devoid of leaves while others are still covered with colorful ones. When the ...