As home gardeners become more educated about the benefits of native plants (supporting native insects, birds and wildlife, ...

Flowering shrubs are the secret weapon here. They show up reliably, deliver stunning displays, and keep working year after ...

‘Another lovely choice of shrub that thrives in wet soil is alder buckthorn (frangula alnus),’ says Elise. ‘It’s great for ...

For plants, nearby masonry is a source of stress, especially if they aren’t getting enough water. Plants can only cool ...

Your front yard is your home's first impression, so of course you'd want to ensure it's a good one. From flowers to trees, ...

In the midst of spring, hawthorn is the birth month tree to take center stage. In the Celtic Tree Calendar, hawthorns ...

Do you want to turn your backyard into a haven for colorful songbirds and graceful feathered visitors? By planting the right flowers, shrubs, and trees, you can attract a diverse array of birds while ...

It will soon be illegal in Washington to buy or sell English ivy, the fast-growing, climbing vine that can weaken and kill ...

July is a great month for blossoms − on trees, shrubs and perennials. Here are a few of Henry Homeyer's favorite July plants.

English ivy is the fast-growing, climbing vine that can weaken and kill trees and overtake native plants. It will be illegal to buy or sell starting Aug. 9.

Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.” Hosea Ballou. “I love how summer just wraps its arms around you like a warm blanket.” Kellie Elmore. “Deep summer is when laziness ...