Trees & Shrubs

Today, I have tips for growing Japanese maple trees in containers. I’ve had mine for about 7 years, and it’s still beautiful. I’ve repotted it to larger pots three times and moved it three times—from the apartment patio to an apartment yard, and now to the front yard of my house. Japanese maples are known … Read more

The biggest factor that determines the health and well being of your Japanese maple is how you plant your Japanese maple tree. This article will teach you how to properly plant your Japanese maple in 7 easy steps. Japanese Maples are some of the most beautiful and hardy trees in the world. Most Japanese maples … Read more

Snowdrop flowers (Galanthus spp.) are a beloved early spring bulb providing a cheerful white blossom when most gardens are still dormant. Their nodding, bell-shaped blooms on short stems are a welcome sight after winter. If you want to add snowdrops to your own garden you’ll be happy to know snowdrop flower bulbs are available for … Read more

Foraging for edible nuts right in your own backyard can be a fun and rewarding experience. Many nut trees produce large green fruits containing delicious nuts that are perfect for DIY harvesting. In this article, we’ll explore 7 of the best trees that yield sizable green nuts you can gather and enjoy fresh from your … Read more

The yellow magnolia tree, with its bursts of bright blooms in spring is truly one of the most beautiful ornamental trees you can grow. While this gorgeous tree brings ample rewards in terms of visual appeal and fragrance when it flowers, it does take some time to reach its mature size. If you’re considering adding … Read more

The catalpa tree (Catalpa spp.) is well-loved and recognized for its height, enormous heart-shaped leaves (up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide), twisted spreading branches, panicles of creamy white fragrant blossoms, and long dark brown seed pods. Though its tendency to spring up in odd places and grow rather quickly has earned it … Read more

Eucalyptus trees are quickly growing in popularity for use as ornamental trees, fragrance, and even cold remedy ingredients. Their unique leaf shapes and aromatic properties make them ideal for many applications. If you’re wondering where to find eucalyptus trees for sale near you, this guide covers everything you need to know about buying these versatile … Read more

The Captivating Beauty of Red and White Peony Trees Peony trees with stunning red and white blooms bring majestic elegance to any garden, These unique flowering shrubs provide gorgeous color along with delightful fragrance Read on to discover why you need a red and white peony tree for your own landscape What Are Red and … Read more

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Azaleas are an extremely common and popular type of flowering bush. Coming in both dwarf and full-sized types, these members of the Rhododendron family do well in a wide range of landscapes. Though the bushes are most … Read more

The royal purple smoke bush, also known as Cotinus coggygria ‘Royal Purple’, is a gorgeous ornamental shrub admired for its deep purple foliage and airy, smokey plumes of flowers This medium-sized deciduous shrub can bring striking color and visual interest to gardens and landscapes In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at the growth … Read more