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How to Grow and Care for Quaking Aspen Trees
Quaking aspen trees populate the slopes of mountains, fill sunlit forests with their trembling leaves, and like to pop up in forgotten fields. These North American natives are hardy, versatile, and somewhat forgiving. Learn how to grow and care for quaking aspen in your landscape in this guide. Read more now. The post How to…
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When and How to Prune Conifers
Conifers don’t usually need as much pruning as some deciduous trees, but sometimes they need some maintenance. Whether you want to provide shape or you need to remove a troublesome branch, and whether you’re working with a newly-planted or well-established plant, we’ll explain the right method for trimming your conifer. The post When and How…
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When and How to Prune Magnolias
Pruning magnolias can be tricky business. Done improperly, it can stress the tree and reduce flowering. But a few well-timed cuts can promote healthy growth and preserve your tree’s natural shape. Discover how to properly prune deciduous and evergreen magnolias without causing harm in this guide. Read more now. The post When and How to…
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How to Grow and Care for Japanese Black Pines
Japanese black pine (Pinus thunbergii) has a dramatic asymmetrical growth habit, striking dark bark, and is adaptable to harsh conditions. This versatile conifer thrives in coastal environments providing texture and interest to the landscape. Learn how to grow Japanese black pine in this guide. Read more now. The post How to Grow and Care for…
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7 Causes of Peeling and Cracking Bark on Dogwoods
When bark peels or cracks on a dogwood, it isn’t always clear what’s going on. Some types naturally shed bark, while others may be under stress from environmental conditions, pests, or pathogens. Learn how to recognize the underlying issue and what, if anything, you can do about it in this guide. Read more now. The…
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Understanding Conifer Needle Drop: 7 Common Causes
Needle drop in conifers can be a normal part of their growth cycle or a sign of a problem such as disease, pests, or stress. To determine whether its normal or not will depend on timing and pattern of the shedding foliage. Learn about seven common reasons why conifers lose their needles in this guide.…
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How and When to Fertilize Japanese Maple Trees
A Japanese maple looks absolutely glorious – and even more so when you fertilize it properly! In our guide to feeding A. palmatum trees, we cover everything you need to know to provide your Japanese maple with the proper nutrition, including timing, techniques, and why you should bother fertilizing in the first place. The post…
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How to Grow and Care for Japanese White Pines
Japanese white pines (Pinus parviflora) are like living works of evergreen art with their twisting colorful needles, elegant branches, and crooked trunks. Plus, these trees are extremely tough, requiring almost zero maintenance to keep them healthy. Learn how to grow Japanese white pine in the home garden in this guide. The post How to Grow…
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How to Grow and Care for Norway Spruce Trees
Norway spruce (Picea abies) is a hardy evergreen conifer with dense, dark green needles and a classic pyramidal shape. It’s often used as a windbreak, privacy screen, or specimen tree. Cultivars offer various sizes and forms, from ground covers to weeping types. Learn how to grow Norway spruce in this guide. Read more. The post…
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5 Reasons for Japanese Maple Not Leafing Out
Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are gorgeous deciduous trees and shrubs with striking foliage, so it’s very disappointing when your plants fails to leaf out. There are a variety of reasons why this might happen. Learn about 5 common reasons why Japanese maples fail to leaf out and how to fix them in this guide. Read…