Additional reporting by Ally Childress and Molly Jasinski Planting a tree is a wonderful investment for your property. It can ...

October is a fine time to plant a tree or shrub. “The air has cooled off, but the soil is still pretty warm,” said Spencer Campbell, Plant Clinic manager at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle. That means ...

This Mediterranean tree is low maintenance, requiring sunshine and free-draining soil, and can typically provide you with ...

Clay soil is notoriously difficult to garden with. But it's still possible to grow an apple or pear tree in a clay-soil yard ...

From improved air quality and increased wildlife habitation to enhanced property values and aesthetics, planting trees offers numerous benefits that contribute to a healthier environment and more ...

They’ll pay you back by blooming in April and May,” said Spencer Campbell, Plant Clinic manager at The Morton Arboretum in ...

Peaches are a classic summer treat, offering sweet and juicy bites from the first taste to the pit. To enjoy these delicious fruits all season long, consider saving the pit to grow your own peach tree ...

Incorrect pruning, particularly “topping,” is the surest way to ruin a tree. If it doesn’t kill the tree outright, it will result in extremely dense growth at the ends of the chopped-off branches.