Most gardeners know the excitement that comes with seeing a tiny hummingbird zip in and out of the yard. While feeders are a fantastic way to bring more of these fast-flying creatures onto the ...

The laburnum tree is famous for its cascading golden flowers — but beneath that beauty lies potent toxicity. Every part of the plant contains poisonous compounds, especially the seeds. Ingesting even ...

Another beautiful tree that the sea to the west lends its name to is the Pacific dogwood. They are small at 30 feet, but they show off white flower bracts in spring and leaves that turn a vivid red ...

Flowering crabapple trees are one of the most beautiful trees in spring, with their colorful blossoms in shades ranging from white to rosy pink, depending on the variety. The blossoms are delightfully ...