Fast-growing trees can add character and color to your home's landscape relatively quickly, but those varieties often require full sun to add height so quickly. However, there are plenty of ...

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 ...

Well-tended, colorful trees can add much-needed shade, privacy, and value to your property. With global deforestation a real environmental concern, every tree planted—even just one or two in the ...

Having a big shade tree in your yard can provide a cooler hangout spot in the summer and cut back on the AC bill. But choosing and planting the right tree so it will grow to full height and provide ...

Small trees for landscaping can transform even the most modest landscape. “Your yard is only going to be so interesting if you’re only planting shrubs and perennials,” says Sam Niemann, founder of the ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I'm looking for a shade tree that is fast growing and attractive for my front ...

NORTH TEXAS (CBSDFW.COM) - During the summer heat wave, us Meteorologists would often give advice on what to avoid over-heating. This is actually a serious issue with us, as heat waves are leading ...

This is a great time of the year to plant trees and shrubs in the San Antonio area. When we say trees and shrubs, too often we think only of large shade trees and shrubs for foundation plantings or ...

We all need shade trees but sometimes have limited available space. In South Florida’s hot, humid climate, shade is one of the most important assets of any given property or environment. My own garden ...

We live in impatient times, and when we decide we want a tree in our yard we want it to grow quickly so we can enjoy its shade. There are quite a few local trees that grow fast, as well as some that ...