Caring for Trees & Shrubs

Trees, shrubs, and vines are essential elements in your landscape, adding structure, texture, and color as well as establishing focal points. Fortunately, taking care of trees, shrubs, and vines can be easy, but it does require knowing the basics, and learning insider tips will help your plants reach their full potential.
close up of a pistachio tree
How To Plant and Grow Pistachio Trees
close up of a fig tree
How to Prune Fig Trees for the Best Harvests of Fruit
a close up of peaches
Take the Guesswork Out of Pruning Fruit Trees with These 9 Tips
Planting balled and burlapped trees
How to Plant Balled-and-Burlapped Trees & Shrubs
clipping a water sprout
What Are Watersprouts on Trees? Plus, 5 Tips for Removing These Weak Stems
espalieronbrickwall_121605
How to Espalier Fruit Trees, Vines, and Other Greenery
Bare-root Shrub
Tree & Shrub Care Guide
close up of intertwined tree roots and root girdling
How to Spot Girdling and Stop It from Killing Your Trees
woman centering tree root ball in hole
Fall Is the Best Time for Planting a Tree—Here's How to Do It
amelanchier autumn brilliance serviceberry
How to Plant and Grow Serviceberry
Pruning Lilac
Here's When to Prune Trees, Shrubs, and Flowers for Healthier Plants
wood crate of colorful hydrangeas
How to Prune Hydrangeas for a Burst of Growth and Color
pruning spruce and fir evergreen tree
How to Prune Evergreens to Look Beautiful Year-Round
tree saw pruning limb
How to Trim and Prune Trees to Keep Them Healthy and Looking Tidy
'China Doll' pink roses
Here's When to Fertilize Roses for Bigger, Brighter Blossoms
Winterberry Ilex verticillata
5 Smart Tips for Protecting Shrubs from Winter Damage
pruning boxwood evergreen tree
How to Prune 12 Common Types of Evergreen Shrubs and Trees
tree branch with two ripe preaches
Peach Tree Diseases and Pests
Mulching Newly Planted Tree
4 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Caring for Trees

Explore Trees, Shrubs & Vines

Trees Vines Shrubs