Most city gardens don’t have room for a sweeping oak or a sprawling magnolia. What they do have is a patio, a balcony, maybe ...

Keep your Japanese maple looking bright and beautiful through the hottest part of summer by doing these simple tasks now.

Yes, you can grow small shade trees that create dynamic interest, as well as cooling shelter and charms that extend through ...

A well-chosen tree can turn the smallest garden into a cool and inviting getaway place. Though large trees offer much-needed shade, not all gardens have enough space to accommodate such big trees.

Not all trees need to be large in order to make a statement. Small trees – which are officially known as “dwarf trees” in garden parlance and don’t grow above 30 feet– can liven up a front yard with ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Close up of the brilliant red foliage of Japanese maple - Dan Gabriel Atanasie/Shutterstock There's nothing quite as breathtaking ...