Modern advancements when it comes to fruit trees now mean they can be enjoyed by gardeners in spaces of any size. Many dwarf types are now available, grafted onto rootstocks that will keep them ...

I am very privileged to garden in a large space which allows me to plant a range of trees, from those that will ultimately be large, park-like specimens to smaller, more decorative garden trees. For ...

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 ...

One of the most challenging design features today is home lot sizes shrinking to postage stamp proportions. If you are looking for a small tree, here are a few suggestions: Texas ebony: This is one of ...

Every neighborhood needs some trees, and every front yard, garden or landscape benefits a tree or two. Trees take in carbon dioxide and provide us with oxygen, cleaning and freshening the air around ...

Everybody likes fruit, but some gardeners may be reluctant to plant an apple or peach tree, preferring to play it safe with some tomatoes or peppers. That’s who Colby Eierman had in mind when he wrote ...

Small trees that grow up in drought conditions could form the basis of more drought-resistant rainforests, new research suggests. Small trees that grow up in drought conditions could form the basis of ...

These small conifer trees for birds provide food and refuge in all seasons. These varieties are perfect for small landscapes.

Q: I have two 7-foot-tall oleander bushes about 8 feet apart. Can I turn them into trees by cutting all the branches to the ground except for the largest, fattest branch in the middle? I know the ...

A rare fossil plant reveals how early plants moved water and food, helping to explain the secrets of tree growth.