As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Magnificent, spreading shade trees do more than simply add drama to your landscape. They also provide respite from the heat, control erosion, and increase property values. Yet with all of those ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Creeping red and chewings fescues Q: The grass underneath my shade trees dies back every year no matter what I try. What’s the ...

If you love your trees but hate that bare patch of dirt underneath, you’re not alone. Grass rarely grows well beneath trees thanks to shade and thirsty roots that soak up moisture. The good news? You ...

If you're having trouble keeping your weeds at bay underneath your shade trees, you're not alone. Shady spots are notoriously tricky to manage, but there's a great solution for this that you may not ...

If you love your trees but hate that bare patch of dirt underneath, you’re not alone. Grass rarely grows well beneath trees thanks to shade and thirsty roots that soak up moisture. The good news? You ...

There's nothing quite like enjoying your morning coffee on your patio in the dappled shade. Sadly, this rarely comes to pass, as most shade trees are prone to dropping twigs, petals, fruits, seeds, ...

Don’t let less-than-ideal sun exposure keep you from growing edibles in the garden. There are plenty of delicious vegetables ...