By Jennifer Poindexter Do you love looking through books and magazines when they catch perfect images of the “southern” landscape? One of the main things to appear in these scenarios is a southern magnolia tree. Have you ever wanted to grow one of these trees in your … [Read more...]
25 Trees You Should Avoid Planting in Your Yard, Explained
By Jennifer Poindexter Are you considering planting a tree in your yard? As much information as you may find about the right trees, have you considered which trees you should avoid planting? There are some trees which are known for being messy, invasive, or even weak. … [Read more...]
How to Grow Weeping Willow Trees
In a wide lawn or near a lake, weeping willows make a picturesque addition to the landscape. Unfortunately, they have several liabilities that may make them unsuitable for most homeowners. If, however, you have the right conditions, weeping willows can become an … [Read more...]
How to Grow Cypress Trees
When you think of cypress trees, you probably think of the stately trees found in Southern swamps. Here, bald cypress trees (Taxodium distichum) often become covered in Spanish moss and develop "cypress knees," -- knobby growths that form on the bark directly above the waterline. … [Read more...]
How to Plant a Tree
People plant trees for a variety of reasons. Sometimes to celebrate a special event like the birth of a baby or an anniversary. Sometimes they plant them because they want to leave a legacy for the next generation. Trees are planted for beauty, for fruit, or sometimes for both. … [Read more...]