Plants, Flowers & Herbs

While many gardeners and horticulturists may buy the seeds of trees they wish to propagate, wild harvesting, when conducted ethically, is also a strategy---and the seeds of native species are...

Manchurian apricots can be grown in USDA zone 3 to 7. The spreading tree can tolerate many types of well-drained soil, grows 20 to 30 feet tall, and can live to be 30 years old. It requires a...

Limes are a popular citrus fruit for home growers. Their foliage is a deep, glossy green, and the fruit is both visually appealing and useful. On top of that, their bright white blossoms bring a...

Pecan trees are native to Texas and other warm climates, growing large, soft and sweet-tasting nuts. They prefer warm weather year-round and do not grow well in containers because their root...

Avocado trees are a highly valuable crop in the Sun Belt due to the popularity of the fruit. Large-scale avocado groves produce thousands of tasty avocados. Home gardeners like to grow the trees...

The English walnut tree is a fast-growing large tree that is popular for its easy-to-shell, flavorful walnuts. This tree fares well in hardiness zones 5 to 9, and should do well in most areas of...

Fruit trees are a wonderful addition to any yard or garden. There are many types of trees. Some produce flowers and fruit while some produce only leaves and needles. A fruit tree will flower in...

Green ash trees are widely used as an ornamental landscape tree in windbreaks, green shelter belts, riparian repair and highway beautification all across America. They provide summer greenery,...

Landscape information about cedars is somewhat confusing. Many of the trees and shrubs we commonly call "cedar" or are actually arborvitae, juniper or some other species entirely. Western red...

Pine trees can grow quickly. If you have a row of overgrown pines on your property, you might want to cut them down and replace them with smaller plants. Considering that you are dealing with...

When growing fruit trees, like the Bradford pear, you work hard to keep the trees strong in hopes of one day yielding their fruits. After all that hard work, you don't want your pears to wind up...

Unlike many lawn and garden plants, trees have a long growing cycle. Some live for centuries. But like all other types of plants, they require care and nurturing to mature properly. When you plant...

Cedar trees are graceful, disease and drought resistant evergreens of the tree family Cupressaceae. Cedar trees will usually grow to a height of up to 40 to 60 feet, but some species can reach...

Slow growing, graceful cedar trees are an evergreen found in U.S. hardiness zones 2 to 10. Cedar prefer filtered sunlight and flourish in shaded forests from sea coasts to mountainous elevations....

Pines make a wonderful evergreen tree specimen on your property. Extremely hardy, they can endure the harshest winters. They can be cultivated as far north as the Arctic Circle in Canada and...

There are 35 species of pine trees in North America, not including ornamental and cultivar varieties. Pine has always been an important tree species. During the Colonial period, white pines were...

Lodgepole pines are enormous coniferous trees that can reach nearly 100 feet tall. They are often the first trees to re-colonize land after a fire, as their cones require extreme heat to open and...

Limes are a popular citrus fruit for home growers. Their foliage is a deep, glossy green, and the fruit is both visually appealing and useful. On top of that, their bright white blossoms bring a...

Everyone has heard stories of people going into the woods to gather truffles and most of us have probably wondered why such a highly prized food item would grow in the forest. In fact, truffles...

The overall health of a homeowner's lawn and garden extends to the trees on her property. Even if the trees were not planted by her, she is responsible for their upkeep and well-being. This is...

Dwarf fruit trees are perfect for a backyard garden. These trees will reach no more than 15 feet in height, require little space to grow and produce fruit crops earlier than standard-size fruit trees.

Pine trees are cone-bearing evergreens that can range in height from 25 to 150 feet. There are more than 100 species of pine trees, which grow all over the United States. They all can be grown by...

Beech trees are a lovely, traditional tree from the same family as oak trees. Their wide green branches are custom made to spread shade and provide a foundation for climbing and hanging swings....

Grapefruits are large, tart citrus fruits grown mostly in the sunbelt of Zones 9 and 10. Grapefruits can be classified as red or white, depending on the color of the pulp, and range from sweet to...

Leyland cypress trees are a hybrid (genetic mixture) of the Monterey cypress tree and the Alaskan cedar tree. The first Leyland cypress tree saplings were found in the South of Wales in 1888. The...

Farmers grow avocado trees across the Sun Belt for the harvest of their popular fruit. Large-scale avocado groves cover areas like Southern California, producing thousands of valuable avocados....

Many types of dogwood trees are easily grown from cuttings and do not require a lot of gardening skill. There is one notable exception--the red dogwood form, such as the red twig, does not...

Pear trees are a popular choice when it comes to growing fruit trees, because they mature faster than other fruit trees available and they are also easy to maintain. Growing a pear tree means...

Jatropha trees (Jatropha curcas), also known as physic nut or Barbados nut, is a perennial poisonous shrub that is native to Mexico and Central America. Jatropha trees are covered with brilliant...

Mimosa trees (Albizia julibrissin), also known as silk trees, are a fast-growing species introduced from China and cultivated as an ornamental landscape plant. Favored for its fragrant pink...

Tower poplar trees are members of the willow family. These tall, hardy trees can be used as privacy shields, windbreaks and for paper and firewood production. They can survive in most climates...

Drought and wind resistant, Black Walnut trees, also known as the American Walnut or Eastern Walnut, are a favored landscape tree in both rural and urban landscapes. Strong and sturdy, the Black...

Remarkable among the many trees both native and nonnative to Illinois are the fruit trees. Known for lush foliage, spring blossoms and fruit from summer to fall, fruit trees provide more than...

Having a lemon tree at home is useful because of the many benefits the tree and fruits give. Lemon trees are among the most cold-sensitive trees; thus, making them thrive and blossom could be...

If you've ever looked at an empty space in your garden and thought a lemon tree would look nice there, you aren't alone. There are several benefits to choosing a lemon tree for your garden, such...

Apple trees are a popular part of American folklore and tradition. They also are one of the most popular trees in home landscaping and personal orchards. Their wide, spreading branches are perfect...

Black Walnut trees (Juglans nigra) are popular landscape trees across America. These strong and sturdy trees present trunks that are 3 to 4 feet in diameter and 50 to 75 feet tall at maturity....

Eucalyptus trees are giant trees native to Australia. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes but always present the same long, cloudy, fragrant leaves and seed pods. Eucalyptus gunnii is a...

Cultivated for centuries, persimmon trees (Diospyros kaki), also known as oriental persimmon, Japanese persimmon or kaki, are native to China, where there are more than 2000 different cultivars....

Cultivated for more than 4,000 years, the coconut palm tree plays an important role in many cultures for its remarkable versatility. The towering trees, with their enormous feather-like leaves and...

Black tartarian semi-dwarf cherry trees produce a large purplish-black sweet cherry that is great to use when making homemade jams and jelly. The major benefit of growing dwarf fruit trees is the...

Growing birch trees from seeds may be time-consuming, but it will give you a much greater sense of satisfaction than purchasing nursery-grown saplings. You can easily grow birch tree seeds...

Trees are an integral part of the beauty of Colorado, a high mountainous state in the Midwestern part of the United States. High elevations, smog, dramatic climate changes and soil conditions are...

Dwarf apple trees are suited to home landscapes. Dwarf apple trees require less planting space than standard-size apple trees. They are easier to care for and harvest. Dwarf apple trees bear...

You can identify a tree by its leaf, flowers, nuts, fruits, bark, and overall appearance. Here is how to use some of these distinctive characteristics to identify trees.

Oranges are a popular Sunbelt fruit, with a cheerful look, heady scent and bright citrus taste. The trees are also quite attractive, with their glossy, dark green leaves and bright white blossoms....

Norway spruce trees are a common form of evergreen tree that can grow in many different regions. However, if they're transplanted, planted in inadequate conditions or don't receive proper care,...

The green flesh of the fruit of the avocado is a tasty addition to salads and salsas that is packed with nutritional value. Avocado contains many vitamins, and is rich in heart-healthy soluble...

Apple trees are a popular part of American folklore and tradition. They also are one of the most popular trees in home landscaping and personal orchards. Their wide, spreading branches are perfect...

In sunbelt areas like Florida, Arizona, and California, a lemon tree can be a valuable landscaping tree. The beautiful green foliage, bright blossoms, and fresh scent are complemented by the...