Trees are a wonderful addition to any yard. Whether you are using them as ornamental privacy barriers or establishing a fruit orchard, having trees in your yard can add both beauty and function. Yet, ...

Adding a large tree to your garden can provide a shady spot for relaxing. But this fast-growing variety may cause more harm ...

Everyone wants a lush garden, but not everyone wants to wait for their plants to reach full maturity. One great solution is fast-growing native plants, which can grow several feet tall in just a year, ...

There are many reasons why people may prefer to plant neem or margosa trees in their yards or gardens. But make sure that ...

As winter begins to ebb in a few weeks, people will be thinking about landscape issues again. An unfortunate question I am sometimes asked is similar to this: “I lost my prized shade tree! What can I ...

Tall trees can offer shade, privacy, and a wildlife habitat in your yard. Try planting these large trees to create the ideal canopy around your home.

Fall and winter are perfect seasons to plant trees. As you consider adding trees to your landscape, I encourage you to prioritize the planting of native trees. We live in an area that supports an ...

I love what Xilin Zhang is doing by turning her lawn into a native plant garden in New Hyde Park [“On LI, native gardens grow despite hurdles,” News, July 21]. But I am outraged the village threatened ...