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  • Close up of a healthy apple tree loaded with crisp green apples

    10 Companion Plants That Will Make The Apple Trees In Your Yard Thrive

    Growing fruiting apple trees in your yard? Consider growing these companion plants nearby to help ensure you enjoy a bountiful harvest at the end of the season.

    By Annette Hird 3 months ago Read More
  • A red-haired woman works on potting plants on her patio.

    The Heat And Cold Tolerant Fruit Tree You Can Grow In A Compact Container

    This fruit tree produces delicious berries, attracts birds, and performs equally well in hot and cold climates. Best of all, you can grow it in a container.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 3 months ago Read More
  • A green and orange hummingbird sits on a small branch.

    The Hummingbird-Attracting Tree You'll Want To Add To Your Yard In Early Spring

    Who doesn't want to attract hummingbirds? These tiny birds can be enticed with food, but you aren't limited to perennials and sugar water. Try this tree too!

    By Baylee Bunce 3 months ago Read More
  • Someone tending to a small tree

    The Showstopping Tree That Boasts Pretty Flowers Before Bearing Star-Shaped Fruit

    Gardeners who live in more tropical regions can consider growing this interesting tree that bears unusually shaped fruit. Here's how to care for it.

    By Annette Hird 3 months ago Read More
  • Crepe myrtles in a landscaped space

    Why You Should Reconsider Growing Hostas With Your Crepe Myrtle Trees

    While both crepe myrtle trees and hostas are gorgeous, it may not be the best idea to use them as companion plants. Discover why this is the case.

    By Tiffany Selvey 3 months ago Read More
  • Shrubs in landscaping with trees, rocks, grass, and white trellis

    The Fragrant Shrub With Fluffy White Flowers That'll Elevate Your Spring Garden

    Your spring garden could use some gorgeous, fluffy white flowers and a sweet scent. Discover the shrub that will provide both these benefits.

    By Annette Hird 3 months ago Read More
  • A small bird perched on a pipe in a yard

    The Fast-Growing Climbing Plant That'll Turn Your Yard Into A Bird Paradise

    Enhancing your yard into a bird paradise doesn't require a complete makeover. Invest in this fast-growing climbing plant for benefits and beautiful wildlife.

    By Jason Rochlin 3 months ago Read More
  • A jacaranda tree blooms with purple flowers.

    The Best Time Of Year To Fertilize Your Jacaranda Trees To Encourage More Blooms

    Jacaranda trees grow gorgeous purple flowers in spring and summer, but it's important to fertilize them at the right time to encourage blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • Birds nest with hatchlings

    The Small Tree With Spectacular Color That'll Encourage Birds To Nest In Your Yard

    If you want to attract more feathered friends to your yard, consider this low-maintenance tree that provides shelter and a food source for nesting birds.

    By Brandy Eaklor 4 months ago Read More
  • A songbird perched on a branch.

    The Flowering Accent Tree That Birds And Butterflies Will Love In Your Yard

    There are trees in all shapes and sizes that will attract birds and butterflies to your yard. This gorgeous tree is a mid-sized option that wildlife will love.

    By Baylee Bunce 4 months ago Read More
  • A woman watering her indoor lemon tree.

    The Watering Mistake Everyone Makes When Growing A Lemon Fruit Tree Indoors

    Growing a lemon tree is a great way to get fresh produce year-round. They're fairly low-maintenance, but you do need to give them the right amount of water.

    By Joey Gonzalez 4 months ago Read More
  • Fire blight on an apple tree

    Signs Of Fire Blight On Fruit Trees And How To Get Rid Of It

    Fire blight is a bacterial disease that affects a number of fruit trees. Learn how to identify the disease quickly and give your trees the treatment they need.

    By Tiffany Selvey 4 months ago Read More
  • A row a crepe myrtles trees bloom with pink flowers.

    The Garden-Favorite Flower You Should Plant With Crepe Myrtles For Gorgeous Blooms

    Crepe myrtles are low-maintenance bushes or trees that grow well with many types of companions. This flowering bush provides loads of blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A brightly colored western tanager on a tree branch

    The Fast-Growing Privacy Tree That Birds Won't Be Able To Resist In Your Yard

    Holly trees and shrubs come with benefits, including their gorgeous greenery and attractiveness to birds. This unique cultivar can be grown as a tree or hedge.

    By Annette Hird 4 months ago Read More
  • Rows of trees for sale in a nursery

    Fruit Trees That Produce The First Year After Transplanting

    Gardening is always a waiting game, but you don't want to wait too long to get your first harvest. Some trees produce fruit the first year they are planted.

    By Theresa Cramer 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of Korean mountain ash with red berries

    The Fast-Growing Flowering Tree That Boasts Beautiful Blooms And Colorful Fruit

    Some trees are more or less living spectacles that greet the world with colorful flowers and fruit. This eye-catching arbor is one such example.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 4 months ago Read More
  • Ripe apples hanging from an apple tree tree

    How To Spot Common Apple Tree Pests Before They Take Over

    Spotting common apple tree pests before they wreak havoc on your fruit trees is critical. Get expert tips and insight for pest control to protect your harvest.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 4 months ago Read More
  • Dwarf trees at a nursery

    Why You Should Consider Dwarf Plants For Your Small Garden Space

    Struggling to make your compact garden look lush and bountiful? Dwarf plants could be the solution. Learn how these miniature species can improve your space.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 4 months ago Read More
  • A large backyard orchard with a variety of fruit trees

    The Fast-Producing Fruit Tree That Grows Well In Warm Climates

    Whether you live in a warm climate where citrus grows outdoors year round, or you live further north, consider growing this fast-producing fruit tree.

    By Annette Hird 4 months ago Read More
  • A giant swallowtail butterfly flies in a garden.

    The Small Spring-Blooming Tree You Should Grow If You Love Birds And Butterflies

    There are many types of trees you could add to your yard, but one has the distinct advantage of being a primary host to the the giant swallowtail butterfly.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A large Osage orange tree grows.

    The Fast-Growing Fruit Tree You'll Regret Planting In Your Yard

    This fast-growing, North American native fruit tree may sound appealing, but there are several reasons you won't actually want to plant it in your yard.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • Mulberry tree with berries.

    Why Are Some Mulberry Trees Illegal To Grow?

    Mulberry trees produce dense canopies of handsome foliage, but you'll need to be aware of local laws before planting this tree since some states have banned it.

    By Peg Aloi 4 months ago Read More
  • Two women pruning a tree in their yard

    What Are The Best Fruit Trees To Grow In A Front Yard?

    If you've been looking for the perfect fruit tree to add to your front yard, we spoke to our in-house expert to determine the best option for you.

    By Theresa Cramer 4 months ago Read More
  • Woman pruning hydrangea flowers with secateurs in garden

    Avoid These Hydrangea Pruning Mistakes Or Say Goodbye To Beautiful Blooms

    Hydrangea's enormous flowers are the plant's main attraction, so don't stunt their growth with your own pruning mistakes. Here are some common mishaps to avoid.

    By Megan Brame 4 months ago Read More
  • A neglected garden overgrown with various vines

    The Gorgeous Fast-Growing Vine That's Actually An Invasive Weed

    Don't be fooled by the attractive exterior of this climbing vine - it's hiding a dark and aggressive secret. Learn about where this plant should never be grown.

    By Annette Hird 4 months ago Read More
  • Wintercreeper pruned into a round shrub and growing in a bark-filled garden.

    The Downsides To Growing Wintercreeper (& A Better Alternative To Plant Instead)

    Wintercreeper has been used as an ornamental ground cover, but you should know that there are many downsides to growing it. Here's what to grow instead.

    By Kate Nicholson 4 months ago Read More
  • Robin eating fruit from a tree

    The Fast-Producing Fruit Tree That Both Gardeners And Birds Can Enjoy

    Some gardeners will try almost anything to deter birds from their yards. Instead, consider the benefits and try sharing this fast-producing fruit tree's crop.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 4 months ago Read More
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