Trees make a great focal point in any garden, but there are so many to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Shade trees are very popular for obvious reasons. Some of them have big ...

The best fast-growing shade trees can grow 50 feet tall or more, and reach maturity in 20 or 30 years. That means they can provide shade, privacy, or a windbreak to your yard more quickly than other ...

Sitting under the wide canopy of a tree can cool you off on a hot summer day and even lower home-energy costs. If your landscape is treeless, the sooner a new tree grows a shady canopy, the better. A ...

A solar panel installation in your home can bring all sorts of benefits: lower electric bills, a smaller carbon footprint and even raising the value of your home. But what if your house is surrounded ...

This intensely hot time of year, I like to remind people how important shade trees are in our landscapes. Now is an excellent time to evaluate your landscape and determine where additional shade is ...