We have reached the summer solstice, the day of the longest daylight of the year and the first day of summer. As we progressed through the approximately 90 days of spring, we could watch the changes ...

These three maples have somewhat similar-looking leaves. On the surface, you may think this is simply an academic exercise. But if you care about invasive plants and local ecology, this distinction is ...

When adding a new tree to your backyard, there’s much to consider. How much space will it take up? How much shade will it cast? Is it deciduous or evergreen? Initially, how much maintenance will it ...

Outdoor Elements is available to stream on pbs.org and the free PBS App, available on iPhone, Apple TV, Android TV, Android smartphones, Amazon Fire TV, Amazon Fire Tablet, Roku, Samsung Smart TV, and ...

MINNEAPOLIS — Trees, yards and gardens are lush with all the rain recently. But some people wonder if the weather has also helped stop a pesky problem this time of year. Why are some maple trees not ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mikiko Kikuyama. Design: SAW With fall around the corner, gardeners have definitely got ...

I planted the first tree in our front yard last week, a Royal Red Norway Maple. It was a gift from our Olson neighbors. The accompanying information sheet says it will reach a height of 30-40 feet in ...