We love a towering oak tree or a stately maple in full glory in the autumn. But unless you have a huge garden with plenty of room for them to stretch out, these trees aren't going to work in a smaller ...

Around the world, maple trees are a popular choice for shade and color. All maples are Acer species, belonging to a group of deciduous trees that is actually fairly diverse, ranging from the tall ...

Dwarf trees are ideal for adding structure and interest to small spaces. While gardening in compact yards might at first seem challenging, there are plenty of attractive dwarf tree species to choose ...

Many people love fresh fruit, but it isn’t easy to grow in today’s smaller yards. Luckily, many dwarf fruit trees are available that fit well in compact landscapes, but they will likely need to be ...

The dinosaurs and I grew up when home lots were much larger. We thought nothing of planting live oaks and letting them spread as far as they wanted. Their 75-foot wingspans were no problem at all. But ...

Think about your lawn: A picturesque stretch of carefully manicured green grass that you adore spending time on. However, does it feel like something's missing? Grass-only yards can be visually ...

Welcome to our tree column, “Ask your local arborist.” Each month, arborists from the Davey Tree Expert Company will discuss general tree care and planting tips. If you have a tree-related question, ...

We spend a lot of time puzzling over our shade tree selections. Too often we settle on a green giant that ends up towering over our entire landscape, casting shade wherever it grows. In many cases ...