Planting trees and shrubs in the fall gives them all autumn, winter and spring to establish a good root system that will ...

Dwarf trees are easy to care for and make a big impact on curb appeal. Consider one of these beautiful yet compact trees for ...

Join University of Illinois Extension Horticulture Educator Emily Swihart for a fun and informative gardening series that ...

Trees and shrubs add beauty and value to a home’s landscape but if they are improperly planted they can bring headache and worry. Properly planted trees and shrubs will establish quicker, be more ...

Late fall and winter are the best times for planting trees. This allows the tree’s roots to grow and the tree to begin settling into its new home before the heat of summer. There are decisions to be ...

‘I love getting the fresh pecans each fall and am considering planting my own pecan trees. What do I need to know?” — L.S. Growing pecans comes with both challenges and rewards. Let’s talk about some ...

If you're looking to add privacy to a small yard, you may feel that your options are limited. This attractive Asian native ...

Get your fall vegetable garden on track with planting times, spacing, seed-soaking tips, and Bt controls for cabbage loopers ...

BOISE, Idaho — Have you ever noticed at many garden centers there are some trees and shrubs in pots ready to plant, and others that aren't in any pots at all? They look just like sticks with bare, ...

You should check soil moisture of the newly planted tree at least once a week. Soil that is moist or damp to the touch is ...

Fruit trees, whether it's apples, pears, figs, or nectarines, are wonderful to grow for a surplus of your favorite fruit when ...