WORK to build HS2’s 700-metre-long Burton Green Tunnel has reached the halfway mark. Once completed, the tunnel will carry ...

“Fast-growing hedges, such as cherry laurel, privet, leylandii and bamboo, are the perfect alternative to man-made fences. Leylandii is especially quick, growing up to 90cm a year and requiring little ...

The thuja is perhaps the most popular plant in the gardens. While it is often chosen to create a hedge, its popularity is ...

Wait until the end of March or early April when the grass is green and there are other food sources for rodents and rabbits ...

How much rain did you receive this past week in your area? I believe we got almost an inch. I still have a few trees and shrubs to get into the ground, and I thought it might be too wet to plant. Was ...

There are other options that may meet most of your preferences, including native trees such as cottonwood, basswood, river ...

The thuja is probably popular plant in our gardens. Although it is most often chosen to serve as a hedge, this trend is ...

I made this oak’s acquaintance courtesy of “Plants for the Winter Garden” (Timber Press, 2024), by Warren Leach. The author ...

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 ...

To add subtle charm to the garden during the darkest months, try leaning into contrast: light and dark, shadow and gloss, ...

Water trees, shrubs, lawns, and perennials during prolonged dry fall and winter periods to prevent root damage.