Native trees don't always work for small yards, but this colorful cultivar is the perfect size, and its blooms will buzz with ...

Not all trees need to be large in order to make a statement. Small trees – which are officially known as “dwarf trees” in garden parlance and don’t grow above 30 feet– can liven up a front yard with ...

Small ornamental trees are terrifically useful, offering beauty, structure, and seasonal interest without overwhelming ...

Whether you’re starting from scratch designing a new landscape, renovating an old one or just craving something new to add a little spark to a boring spot in your yard, a small ornamental tree may be ...

Q: I had a medlar tree in my front yard that for some reason died over the winter. I've had it for years. I'm going to have to replace it, preferably with something small and columnar that fits a ...

Having a small garden doesn't mean you can't enjoy the beauty that trees offer. There are plenty of compact, fast-growing varieties that will enhance your landscape and provide shade, flowers, fruit, ...

Tomorrow is Arbor Day, the ideal time to plant a tree or three for a host of reasons – the soil is damp, the temperatures are warm but not broiling (yet), and more trees mean more shade, more oxygen ...

Every yard needs a tree. All the better if it’s a native species of tree, one that will support native bees, butterflies and other wildlife. “Fall is a great time for tree planting,” said Spencer ...

Climate change experts and urban foresters tell us that planting trees is one of the most significant ways that we, as individuals, can help battle climate change. Trees do so much — they cool the ...

As our spaces grow smaller, the need grows for trees that fit the smallest gardens, patios and courtyards. Here is a selection of my top 10 beautiful trees that don’t top 20 feet tall. Plant these now ...