Air plants bloom only once, their small pink, coral, purple or white flowers signaling their impending death. But no worries: ...

With most trees and shrubs virtually naked this time of year, there can often be few observable signs of life among the ...

In maturity, the basswood develops a pyramidal shape and can grow to 80 feet high and 50 feet wide. The heart-shaped leaves ...

Who doesn't love a Japanese garden? The peace, harmony and beauty of these spaces is appealing to so many of us. Whether ...

Make sure to cover sensitive plants lightly with straw or evergreen branches, and make sure your outdoor water faucets are winterized. Then sit back, make a fire and enjoy the brief winter wonderland ...

Shady areas in landscapes and gardens require plants that need or tolerate shade. If you need ideas, attend the class “Some ...

There's a longstanding attitude in many farming communities that trees and agriculture don't mix. But agroforestry can provide a multitude of benefits to farmers and landscapes. A new study provides a ...

The Cooperative Extension Plant Clinic can provide information on scale insect control, urban tree care, and other ...

Propagating and growing young fruit trees can take years, but there's another option that yields results quickly.

All kinds of tasty fruit can be grown in containers in small spaces, from dwarf citrus to cherries, apples, pomegranates, ...

Winter getaway with Ciscoe to check out the easy-to-grow exotics at the Volunteer Park Conservatory. #k5evening ...