Q: I saw the most beautiful dappled willow tree on a walk in Harrisburg. We recently had to take down a black walnut due to the wet year last year and are trying to figure out what to plant in its ...

When I help people design home landscapes, a common request is to have something blooming year-round. However, it can be hard to ensure a yard has just the right mix of plants to be perpetually in ...

Many people choose variegated plant materials in an effort to provide an accent or a bit of color in their landscape. What can be very frustrating is a few years after planting and establishment the ...

Painting the garden and landscape with color means more than just pretty flowers. By incorporating a variety of blooms, foliage, textures and patterns, you can create a breathtaking tapestry that will ...

No green thumbs are required to grow vinca vine.

Q: I bought a “My Monet” weigela several years ago. It looks healthy and is growing well. I bought it for the variegated leaves, but for the past couple of years, the new growth is just plain green.

With gardens shrinking rapidly, many Bangaloreans have only a stand or two of ornamental plants which are grown for their showy foliage, most often on their balconies or terrace. Since the choice is ...

Eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis L.) is a small landscape tree that exhibits considerable morphological diversity, including variation in plant architecture, plant size, and flower and leaf colors.