When planting a new tree in your backyard or front yard, consider how tall or wide it will grow.

Q: My Norway maple was damaged by the twister of 2004 and now should come down. I want to replace it, as it was the only shade tree in a southern exposure. Can you suggest a tree that has a more ...

Not all trees need to be large in order to make a statement. Small trees – which are officially known as “dwarf trees” in garden parlance and don’t grow above 30 feet– can liven up a front yard with ...

After years of working as a professional gardener in very different climates, from the warmth of Tuscany to the wet hills of South Wales, I’ve come to really value the plants, shrubs and trees that ...

The recently introduced North Wind maple can take low temperatures, unlike many Japanese maples. Just about everyone loves Japanese maples (Acer palmatum). These small trees have an artistic shape, ...

In the Midwest, Wisconsin and Michigan are the biggest producers of maple syrup, but there is a lot of untapped potential for maple syrup in the lower Midwest. In recent weeks, producers and hobbyists ...

Even before leaves emerge, Heidi and Jason Wolf taste the sweetness of spring as they tap maple trees and begin making syrup. The family welcomes visitors to experience the harvest at ...