Whether you have a small yard or even just a petite patio space, it's possible to still grow trees to add depth, color, and interest. Love the look of stately birch and magnolia trees, but don't have ...

Magnolias are one of the most beloved heralds of spring, whose showy blooms often appear before the trees leaf out. The diverse magnolia genus ranges from shrubs or dwarf trees to trees that grow over ...

Tall trees and shrubs can overshadow single story homes and make small yards feel crowded and overwhelming. However, there are plenty of small or dwarf plants that have all the beauty of their taller ...

“The summer looks out from her brazen tower, through the flashing bars of July.” – Francis Thompson. “Hot July brings cooling showers, apricots and gillyflowers.” – Sara Coleridge. “I drifted into a ...

Dear Neil: We built our house 10 years ago. A local landscaping company (no longer in business) planted a "dwarf" magnolia tree in a sunny spot. The tree is now 20 feet tall. Were we actually sold a ...

Every plant has a distinct purpose in a garden that relies less on being showy and more on subtlety. A serene, minimalist landscape doesn't have bursts of color or busy arrangements. Every leaf, every ...

A dwarf southern magnolia, Magnolia grandiflora 'Little Gem' has been in bloom along my walking route. The flowers have a lemony scent that is refreshing and pleasant. Southern Magnolia is native to ...

Q: My magnolia tree is dropping its leaves. It always drops some leaves, but these are brown with black spots. A: Our beautiful Southern magnolia trees are known for a couple things. First, are the ...