Trees

Trees provide shade, cover, and may even produce fruit! Learn how to grow your trees successfully with our detailed guides.

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How to Repot Norfolk Island Pine Trees

Do your favorite evergreens look like they’re about to destroy their pots? It’s time repot your Norfolk Island pine trees once they get too big for their containers. In this article, horticulture expert Matt Dursum shows you how to repot your trees in time for the holiday season.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Dwarf Alberta Spruce Trees

Small, compact, and pyramidal, dwarf Alberta spruces add formal structure and bright green foliage to the garden. Plant one as a specimen and watch it grow alone, or situate multiple in a row to create a natural fence. Join former nursery tree grower Jerad Bryant in learning how to grow and care for these miniature spruces.

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Should You Prune Evergreens in December?

Evergreens shine in December, holding down a foundation of foliage amongst their dormant, deciduous neighbors. Some require little to no pruning, but others can use some shaping. Join Melissa Strauss to find out if December is a good time to do that pruning.

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11 Alberta Spruce Tree Growing Problems to Watch For

The Alberta spruce is an iconic conifer that adds a touch of elegance to your garden. Although it’s slow-growing and easy to care for, there are a few things to watch out for. In this article, horticulture enthusiast Matt Dursum takes you through common Alberta spruce tree growing problems to watch out for.

A close-up of the thin trunk of a young tree supported by wooden stakes, surrounded by a mulch of autumn leaves in shades of yellow, orange, and brown.

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7 Reasons You Should Never Mulch Around Your Trees

Are mulch volcanoes popping up around your neighborhood? If you’re wondering whether you should try this method or not, the answer is a resounding no! These seven reasons from former nursery tree grower Jerad Bryant provide ample guidance on why you should avoid adding mulch near your trees.

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A Guide to Choosing the Best Tree For Your Yard: Factors to Consider

If you’re selecting new trees for your yard this fall, lucky you! You’re adding value and enrichment to the landscape visually, ecologically, and economically. With so many variables in tree form, growing conditions, and features, a few guidelines help winnow down the field. Hone in on the best trees for your yard with gardening expert Katherine Rowe.

The pawpaw tree features large, drooping, oblong leaves and clusters of greenish-yellow, mango-like fruits that turn soft when ripe.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Pawpaw Trees

Are you curious about these small native trees and their sweet, custardy fruits? If you’ve never seen or tasted a pawpaw, you’re in for a treat. In this article, native plant expert Liessa Bowen introduces the pawpaw tree and all the basics you’ll need to know so you can grow your own!

A man's hand grips blue pruning shears as he cuts bare tree branches in an autumn garden, with vibrant, colorful leaves softly blurred in the background.

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5 Reasons You Should Never Prune Your Trees in Fall

I bet you’re working on your fall to-do list, and I’m right there with you. But pruning your trees is something you should leave off that list until late winter. Join organic farmer Jenna Rich as she discusses five reasons you should never prune your trees in the fall.

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How to Stake A Tree in 5 Easy Steps

Windy weather and harsh rains threaten weak trees! Their young, thin trunks bend under the pressure. Some saplings need the pressure to grow strong, while others require staking to reach tall and wide. Learn when and how to stake your trees alongside seasoned landscaper Jerad Bryant.

Clusters of small, dark purple berries dangle from the branches of Prunus serotina, set against a dense background of glossy, elongated green leaves and a lush, vibrant landscape.

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Trees that Feed Wildlife in the Fall and Winter

When winter rolls around and leaves are long gone from the trees, many wildlife have difficulty finding enough food. Fortunately, many trees continue to feed birds and mammals throughout the winter. In this article, gardener Briana Yablonski shares multiple types of trees you can plant to support wildlife.

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Which Trees Have The Best Fall Leaves? Our Top Picks

If you’ve noticed gorgeous fall foliage lately and want to bring some to your landscape, we have just the thing. Here are 15 trees with the most spectacular fall foliage around. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss in learning more about these trees that flaunt such vivid autumn leaves!