Harvesting ripe lemon from outdoor tree - Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images When it comes to gardening, lemon trees are the total package: These easy-care evergreens smell wonderful, offer gorgeous flowers ...

Fruit trees in pots can bring flowers, fragrance, and tasty fruits to any space. They are very rewarding to grow but some gardeners may be put off by a perceived notion of them being high-maintenance.

If you want bright color year-round, but you're tired of the standard evergreen options available, you'll want to check out ...

Question. I noticed the magnolia trees dropping a lot of yellow leaves. Is this normal? Answer. Yellow fallen leaves may be a bit unsightly, but they are normal for magnolias at this time of the year.

Most people have probably heard of raised garden beds. With them, you can plant flowers or vegetables just about anywhere, even on a patio or a paved surface. However, probably not as many people know ...

Q: Which should I pick for growing here: persimmon, Persian mulberry, walnut or pecan? A: Each has its strengths and weaknesses. Of the four, the one that handles the heat the worst is persimmon.