Trees

Trees provide shade, cover, and may even produce fruit! Learn how to grow your trees successfully with our detailed guides.

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Magnolia Tree Types: Planting, Maintenance and Care

Magnolia trees are beloved by many gardeners for their fragrant blooms and dark leafy foliage. There are many different magnolia trees to choose from, so where do you start? In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through the most popular types of magnolia trees, as well as everything you need to know about their maintenance and care.

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15 Varieties of Magnolia Trees With White Flowers

Are you looking to add some white flowering magnolia trees to your yard or garden, but aren't sure where to start? Magnolias can bloom in many different colors, but are most famous for their pillowy white flowers. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss takes a deeper look some of the top types of magnolia trees that bloom in different shades of white.

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11 Dwarf Magnolia Trees For Small Gardens

Are you looking for a smaller magnolia tree to fit in your home landscape or gardening area? There are several dwarf magnolia trees that can fit into more compact spaces. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss looks at her favorite types of dwarf magnolia trees you can plant.

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11 Reasons to Avoid Planting Bradford Pear Trees

The beautiful white flowers of the Bradford Pear tree make it an enticing option tof any garden or home landscape. But these popular trees can often cause more problems than people anticipate. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares some of the top reasons you need to avoid Bradford Pear trees in your garden or home landscape plans this season.

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17 Trees You Can Plant Instead of Bradford Pears

Are you looking for some trees to plant instead of growing Bradford Pear trees in your garden or home landscape? There are many different options, depending on your hardiness zone. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen shares her favorite trees you can plant instead of growing the infamously invasive Bradford Pear tree.

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17 Low-Maintenance Evergreen Trees For Shade

Are you looking for a shade-friendly evergreen tree that you can plant in a shaded area of your yard or garden? There are many different evergreens that will keep their beautiful green foliage while thriving in the shade. In this article, we look at our favorite shade loving evergreen trees.

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49 Plants That Will Grow Underneath Almost Any Tree

Are you trying to find the perfect plants to grow under the trees in your yard or garden? It can be difficult to choose the right species that can tolerate a little shade and not compete with your trees for nutrients. In this article, we look at our favorite plants that can grow quite well under just about any type of tree in your yard or garden!

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17 Plants That Grow Beautifully Under Oak Trees

Are you looking for a few plants to grow underneath your oak trees this season, but aren't quite sure where to start? We've put together a compehensive list of our favorite plants that will grow well under oak trees. We've included plants for every hardiness zone from all different types and classifications.

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17 Small Palm Trees For Home Gardens

Looking for a palm tree in a small package for your yard or garden space? The good news is, there are plenty of different types of dwarf palm trees to pick from! In this article, we look at the most popular small palms for your garden or home landscape!

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for the Pinon Tree

The pinon tree is a lovely pine species that produces delicious, edible pine nuts. It is native to the southern US and has been used as a staple food for centuries. Kelli Klein covers the ins and outs of growing this unusual nut tree.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for the Holly Tree

The holly tree is a worldwide phenomenon, with hundreds of types. In this article, Kelli Klein will discuss some of the most popular types and share tips on their care. Join us in discovering these pretty and useful evergreen trees.

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How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Papaya Tree

The papaya tree is a lovely tropical tree with tasty fruit. Carica papaya fruit is rich in nutrients and aids in digestion. It is also a tasty option for fruit salads when ripe, in Thai cuisine when still green, and makes an excellent dried snack. Sarah Jay will got through an in-depth to share all you need to grow your own papayas at home.