Jacaranda tree in bloom against a blue sky - Simon Mcgill/Getty Images Also known as the fern tree because of its fern-like foliage, the jacaranda tree (Jacaranda mimosifolia) is a deciduous species ...

Fast-growing, drought-tolerant trees are slowly spreading across grasslands on every continent except Antarctica. Given how desperate we are to reduce carbon in the atmosphere, millions of new ...

When I'm talking to people about pruning trees, one of the topics I will sometimes bring up is pruning away branches that are going to be a future problem. For the most part, trees are fairly good ...

If you live in a cold climate, many fruit trees may seem out of reach, but this charming fig variety can survive brutal ...

VIERA — A tree-lined street. It's what many people dream of when imagining the perfect place to live. Trees turn inhospitable environments into paradises, offering not just shade and respite from the ...

For all the attention we give our flower beds, trees are an indispensable part of our landscape. Oaks, pecans, magnolias and others add shade, character and beauty to our yards. But behind their ...

Citrus trees are a popular choice for home fruit production in southeast Louisiana. Although relatively carefree as backyard fruit trees go, various problems do occur. I thought it would be helpful to ...

Citrus tree problems can be easy to resolve. Aside from their susceptibility to cold, citrus trees are among the most carefree and reliable of home fruit trees. A few common problems do show up on ...

One of the major worries about Wednesday's storm was the wind after the heavy rains weakened the root systems of many trees, with downed trees causing problems across the Bay Area. A large tree ...

As afternoon storms will soon be a regular occurrence, many thoughts turn to the trees around our home. You may be wondering whether they are safe or can hold up against the wind of a thunderstorm, ...