Take your small home to new heights with these dwarf plants for front yard landscaping in small yards and single story homes.

Less traditional options, like the Loropetalum, can also be trained into small flowering trees. Spring is here. How do I know? The fringe trees are in full bloom. Nothing signals the arrival of ...

Many small ornamental trees brighten the Chicago region with ... “Some cultivated varieties of Japanese cherries are said to be hardy in Zone 5, but the wild swings of weather we get in spring ...

Santi recommends the following planting distances for trees and other types of vegetation: Small shrubs (under 3 feet tall): 3 to 4 feet from the foundation Medium shrubs (3 to 5 feet tall): 4 to 6 ...

Contact your local nursery to find a self-pollinating peach variety that is well-suited for your area.

“Another popular choice is dwarf peach trees, which begin fruiting in only 1 to 2 years through proper pruning and grow to ...

Azaleas are popular shrubs for filling flower beds or containers with a bounty of color in spring. They are best planted in ...

Create a long-lasting, low-maintenance and visually appealing island bed that also serves a purpose in the garden ...

We continue with our focus on trees this month with guidance both ... or white, followed by small ornamental fruits. Suitability: Prefers well-drained soil and full sun, offering disease-resistant ...

Boxelder Forget what you’ve heard about boxelder trees (Acer negundo) being weed trees. ‘Kelly’s Gold’ is reason enough to ...

Thyme is another herb that is well-suited for balcony life and ideal for more culinary-focused gardeners. This herb is used ...

Marjoram (Origanum majorana) and oregano (Origanum vulgare) are perennial herbs belonging to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Both ...