The tree disease that exploded in Bay Area forests three decades ago, stunning residents with vast die-offs in parks and neighborhoods before slowing, has opened a new front with a second, potentially ...

Always research the tree species you plan to grow to ensure they ... In certain regions, these plants are restricted because they can carry diseases that affect other local crops. For instance, ...

I hope it’s not a disease, since I have five others in my yard, and I don’t want it to spread. What should I do? A: You need ...

When choosing a large shade tree, one must always deal with a conundrum – there is an inverse relationship between the ...

For those who add plants and trees to their garden with the purpose of attracting hummingbirds, there are some you'll want to ...

Are there any chestnut trees that can grow well in our hot climate and produce edible chestnuts? What kind of upkeep would it ...

Hold off on pruning. Winter is a good time to prune a deciduous tree or shrub, but not an evergreen. Because the plant isn’t dormant, pruning in winter can stimulate new growth, prompting soft new ...

You’ve likely have heard the promotion “Leave the Leaves” to protect beneficial insects like pollinators during winter. While ...

With bright green foliage and a compact habit, Dragon Prince™ Cryptomeria from the Southern Living Plant Collection is the ...

Ten years ago, a mysterious new disease was found sweeping through Hawaii’s native ‘ohi‘a forests, killing off the foundation ...

During winter food shortages, animals browse, so put up a tree guard to help protect from chewing, and protect from sun scald ...

Bradford pears have notoriously weak crotches (branch angles). Think of your index and middle fingers forming a “V” for ...