For a tree to be admired at a distance – as a lawn centrepiece, for example – white-stemmed birches are widely planted: Betula utilis subsp. jacquemontii “Doorenbos”, for example, or for orange bark ...

PANO - In February, maple trees in Bach Ma National Park turn bright red, attracting visitors for trekking and taking photos.

With spring ever so close, the urge to have that beautiful garden color can seem nagging. Here are ways to force the start of ...

Nothing says spring like the arrival of flowers in the garden. Grow this native shrub for a colorful yard that brings birds ...

Did you know one of the best things you can do for future generations is to plant a native tree? There’s an old Chinese ...

“The olive tree is an elegant, evergreen tree, perfect for giving your garden that Mediterranean feel ,” explains Nigel ...

Pruning is the selective removal of specific plant parts for the benefit of the whole plant. Some reasons to prune are to train a plant, maintain plant health, improve the quality of flowers, fruits ...

Late winter can be a good time to force branches from spring-flowering trees and shrubs to bloom indoors. Once buds open, move the branches to a brighter room, out of direct sunlight. The arrival ...

The newest and coolest plants available to local gardeners are always stars of the show, including evergreen shade-loving ...