"Does anyone know what this is?" the original poster wrote, alongside a trio of pictures. The community was clear that the ...

A. Acer palmatum ‘Sango-kaku’ — known by the common name of Coral Bark Maple — is the small tree with the outstanding orange ...

I hear it all the time: "Ken, I love the look of a beautiful landscape, but I barely have time to water, let alone fuss with ...

The Loblolly Pine ( Pinus taeda) is considered the fastest-growing pine species, characterized by its unique appearance, with dense foliage at the top and bare trunks. This tall, straight evergreen ...

This November, there are dozens of classes in the Lancaster County region and virtual to learn about plants and gardening.

From simple to classic to surreal, we take a closer look at innovative garden designs that are out of the ordinary. Whether ...

There are lots of unique species of maple trees that can provide many years of shade. With so many options, there's a perfect ...

Autumn is a time for apple picking, pumpkin spice everything (yes, I’m on that side of the debate), final garden harvests, and tree planting. While April gets a lot of attention for being Arbor Month, ...

One of the best things about gardening is seeing all the wildlife flock to your yard when the plants begin to bloom. But when those summer blooms begin to fade, it doesn't have to mean the end of ...

Keeping leaves in your yard can bolster the number and variety of species around — and the perks go beyond just the fall season. By Margaret Roach Coming soon to a backyard near you: leaf drop. What’s ...

The ancient art of bonsai may look deceptively simple, but its practice requires care, contemplation, and consistency over long periods of time—especially if you’re growing an entire miniature forest, ...

Illinoisans: do you have a branch hanging over your property that leaves you wondering if you have the legal right to lop it off? Have you tried talking to your neighbor about it, without success?