Trees

Trees are important in every landscape -- big or small, urban or rural, cottage or contemporary. But because trees live a lifetime or more (and often cost so much), they can be intimidating to choose and maintain. We have advice on selecting the best trees for your landscape and caring for them once they're planted.

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Meet America’s Biggest Trees and Prepare to Feel Awed by These Amazing Giants

Meet America’s Biggest Trees and Prepare to Feel Awed by These Amazing Giants
Wondering what the largest tree in your state is? Here's how to find out.
Yes, Johnny Appleseed Trees Exist, and Now You Can Grow One of Your Own

Yes, Johnny Appleseed Trees Exist, and Now You Can Grow One of Your Own
Bring an American legend to life in your backyard.
Why You Should Never Plant an Empress Tree in Your Yard

Why You Should Never Plant an Empress Tree in Your Yard
This fast-growing beauty can quickly turn into your worst garden nightmare.
When You Have to Cut Down a Big Tree, Here's What You Need to Know

When You Have to Cut Down a Big Tree, Here's What You Need to Know
Plus, what to do with the space once the job is done.
4 Common Mistakes People Make when Caring for Their Trees

4 Common Mistakes People Make when Caring for Their Trees
Experts say these common pitfalls hurt trees more than they help.
You Can Help Plant 50,000 Trees to Celebrate Arbor Day This Year—Here's How

You Can Help Plant 50,000 Trees for Arbor Day This Year Just by Tagging a Photo
All you have to do is tag your photo!
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Cherry Blossom Trees Are $39 at The Home Depot, and They'll Deliver Right to Your Door

Cherry Blossom Trees Are $39 at The Home Depot, and They'll Deliver Right to Your Door
Pick from four flowering varieties.
This $28 Bonsai Starter Kit Is Perfect for Beginners

This $28 Bonsai Starter Kit Is Perfect for Beginners
It comes with everything you need to grow your own tiny tree.
Jacaranda Trees Are Blooming Right Now—See the Stunning Photos

Jacaranda Trees Are Blooming Right Now—See the Stunning Photos
I Planted a Bradford Pear Tree. Here's Why I Won't Do It Again

I Planted a Bradford Pear Tree. Here's Why I Won't Do It Again
Typhoons Prompt Japan's Beloved Cherry Trees Into a Rare Early Bloom

Typhoons Prompt Japan's Beloved Cherry Trees Into a Rare Early Bloom
These Fall Foliage Colors Are Like Nothing You've Ever Seen

These Fall Foliage Colors Are Like Nothing You've Ever Seen

Find Out Your State's Official Tree

Every state has an official state tree—and Nevada has two! Do you know which tree your state picked?

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10 Best Evergreen Trees for Privacy and Year-Round Greenery

10 Best Evergreen Trees for Privacy and Year-Round Greenery
8 Tips for Growing Dwarf Conifers in Containers

8 Tips for Growing Dwarf Conifers in Containers
How to Plant Your Own Bonsai Tree in 3 Simple Steps (And Keep it Alive)

How to Plant Your Own Bonsai Tree in 3 Simple Steps (And Keep it Alive Afterwards)
Tree Deals: How to Score Some Shade on a Budget

Tree Deals: How to Score Some Shade on a Budget
Help the Environment with These 9 Christmas Tree Recycling Tips

9 Christmas Tree Recycling Tips That Help the Environment
How to Select the Best Trees for Your Yard

How to Select the Best Trees for Your Yard
Is there a way to stop oak trees from producing acorns?

Is there a way to stop oak trees from producing acorns?
Can Dwarf Alberta Spruce be Trimmed?

Can Dwarf Alberta Spruce be Trimmed?
Why Are My Leyland Cypress Turning Brown?

Why Are My Leyland Cypress Turning Brown?
Why Are the Bottom Branches on My Colorado Blue Spruce Disappearing? Will They Grow Back?

Why Are the Bottom Branches on My Colorado Blue Spruce Disappearing? Will They Grow Back?
18 Small Trees That Will Add Tons of Color to Your Landscape

18 Small Trees That Will Add Tons of Color to Your Landscape
What Should I Do About Leaves Falling Off My Green Ash Tree?

What Should I Do About Leaves Falling Off My Green Ash Tree?
How Do I Grow and Plant Maple Tree Seedlings?

How Do I Grow and Plant Maple Tree Seedlings?
What Caused the Leaves on My Trees to Turn Brown This Summer?

What Caused the Leaves on My Trees to Turn Brown This Summer?
The Best Time to Prune Magnolias So They Look Beautiful All Year Long

The Best Time to Prune Magnolias So They Look Beautiful All Year Long
This is Why the Leaves Are Curling on Your Apple Tree

This is Why the Leaves Are Curling on Your Apple Tree
How to Figure Out What's Wrong With Your Dwarf Alberta Spruce—And Fix It

How to Figure Out What's Wrong With Your Dwarf Alberta Spruce—And Fix It
Are There Any Dwarf Magnolias I Can Grow in a Pot?

Are There Any Dwarf Magnolias I Can Grow in a Pot?
Here's How Long It'll Take a Newly Planted Red Maple to Reach Full Size

After Planting a Red Maple Tree, Here's How Long You Can Expect It to Reach Full Size
Which Trees Produce Spiked Round Seed Pods? Here's How to Identify Them

Which Trees Produce Spiked Round Balls? Here's How to Identify Them
17 of Our Favorite Types of Maple Trees

17 of Our Favorite Types of Maple Trees
Use Evergreens to Make an Impact

Use Evergreens to Make an Impact
Add Landscape Interest with Weeping Trees

Add Landscape Interest with Weeping Trees
13 of the Most Colorful Crabapple Trees for Your Yard

13 of the Most Colorful Crabapple Trees for Your Yard
19 of the Best Trees and Shrubs to Add Fall Color to Your Yard

19 of the Best Trees and Shrubs to Add Fall Color to Your Yard
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