Trees

Evergreen, most conifers may be, but that doesn't mean all are dull green.Thousands of improved varieties have been introduced recently in all shapes, sizes and colours.

Dec 16, 2009 - David Haigh

The use of evergreens as Christmas trees has long been part of the culture of the celebration of Christmas. Buying one signals the start of the festive holiday season.

Dec 13, 2009 - Christine Breen-Williams

There are many varieties of evergreen trees typically used as Christmas trees. Selecting the one that fits the space of the home can be done by learning their styles.

Dec 8, 2009 - Sarabeth Asaff

Where space permits only one or two small trees in the garden, then in order to get value for money it's important to select specimens with several seasons of interest.

Nov 25, 2009 - David Haigh

Trees with attractive bark will give satisfaction every day of their lives being especially welcome in the winter months. Many are suitable for even the smallest garden.

Nov 15, 2009 - David Haigh

Anyone with space in the garden and a little patience can grow his own Christmas trees. It takes eight years for the first tree to be tall enough, but it's rewarding.

Oct 20, 2009 - Lorraine Syratt

Oak trees and other California native plants and the culture that surrounded them for so long before European transplants should not be forgotten.

Oct 18, 2009 - Yana Marshall

How and when to prune trees all depends on the type of tree and the overall effect required.

Sep 29, 2009 - Angie Briscoe

Trees add beauty and value to a home. Shade trees can reduce power consumption in the summer. Landscapers should select trees that are suited to their area and purpose.

Sep 22, 2009 - Barbara Brown

Trees are desirable for many reasons: decoration, shade, windbreak, privacy, fragrance, fruit. In addition to these attributes the trees discussed here also grow fast.

Sep 18, 2009 - Linda Ashar

Upright conifers are perfect complements to residential landscapes and gardens, providing strong vertical accents and year-round interest.

Sep 11, 2009 - Richard Freeland

Trees grace the garden with flowers in the spring, and shade throughout the summer months. But in the fall, trees showcase their beautiful autumn colors.

Aug 31, 2009 - Richard Freeland

Evergreen trees provide the best privacy screening for outdoor residential landscaping. Natural trees block undesirable views, reduce noise and benefit the environment.

Aug 18, 2009 - Beverly Bright

There are two shrubs that have leaves that are more black than anything - and several more in dark colors deep enough to work as if they were ebony colored.

Aug 17, 2009 - Carol Wallace

The great thing about using crape myrtle in your Texas Landscape is the variety of color and sizes available. Plants are heat tolerant and long blooming.

Aug 16, 2009 - Barbara Brown

The Rowan tree, frequently referred to as the European Mountain Ash, is directly related to the pear and crabapple, but has leaves similar to those of the ash tree.

Aug 7, 2009 - Kathleen Airdrie

Living Christmas trees are a good choice for those families that want a real Christmas tree, but don't want to cut a live tree down every year.

Jul 4, 2009 - Barb Hacker

You envision lush greenery and deep shade when adding trees to your landscape. But you could end up with unforeseen problems. Read this before planting.

Jun 24, 2009 - Chris Conard-Shultz

Exotic trees may look beautiful in the landscape, but some have a dark side: They may be exotic invasives that are harmful to the ecosystem.

Jun 18, 2009 - Marcia Passos Duffy

The Tree of Heaven, while it may be a heavenly plant in China, is not so angelic in areas outside its native range. It is an exotic invasive that is hard to control.

Jun 18, 2009 - Marcia Passos Duffy

Not all trees you find in a greenhouse are good for the environment. Take exotic invasive trees -- they are known to take over a landscape. Avoid them at all costs.

Jun 18, 2009 - Marcia Passos Duffy

The annual appearance of leaf-chewing caterpillars is underway, leaving pot-marked canopies in forests and suburban woodlots throughout the Midwest.

Jun 18, 2009 - John Hogan

The graceful American Elm, was once commonplace in the landscape. The Liberty Elm is genetically identical, but resistant to Dutch Elm disease.

Jun 9, 2009 - Marcia Passos Duffy

Let the aura of the golden rain tree bring distinctive drama to the garden.

Jun 5, 2009 - Arlene Marturano

Trees and shrubs with gold foliage create a look of sunshine dappled amidst the more common greenery in the garden. And there are many to choose from.

May 14, 2009 - Carol Wallace