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Chestnut trees (Castanea) are deciduous trees in the beech family (Fagaceae). The four major… More
The sweet gum tree (Liquidambar styraciflua) is a fast growing shade tree with a… More
...al juice that is contained within the chewing gum tree. Not only does this… More
The Tasmanian blue gum tree, or eucalyptus globulus, is a member of the Myrtle… More
...popular confectionery treat, has its origins in a tree that is indigenous to Central… More
When a habitat suddenly has room for life--perhaps over land created by volcanic action… More
Moles present a problem for gardeners and homeowners who don't like the ridges, holes… More
Trees with stunning white or chalky bark create bright contrast against their foliage and… More
...shore in a number of wetland habitats. Shrubs and trees that grow on the… More
...ver since the days of the Aztec Empire, the sweet gum tree (Liquidambar styraciflua)… More
..., is a perennial derived from the Japanese konjac trees. The root contains a… More
There are 40 to 50 species of privets in the genius Ligustrum, a member… More
Shade trees come in many varieties. Adding shade trees to your landscaping increases the… More
Canker in plum trees comes from an invasive fungus, which can eventually eat away… More
... pressed from the seeds of the Azadirachta indica tree. The seeds, leaves and… More
Topiary is the ancient art of clipping evergreen plant material into geometric patterns and… More
...ood poplar tree native to North America. The sweetgum, Liquidambar styraciflua, grows in moist… More
Hydrangea 'Paniculata Grandiflora' (or P.G.), has white blooms emerging as elongated clusters of flowers… More
Garden landscaping resembles interior design. By knowing the types of landscaping plants, you'll take… More
The sea grape (Coccoloba uvifera) is a leathery leaved evergreen that grown on sand… More
Repelling ticks involves wearing protective clothing, coating the skin with fragrant oils and throw tick-exposed… More
...f shaded land---I have 22 large White Oaks, Sweet Gum and a couple of ornamental trees. I spend 3/4 of the year trying to gather and compost what… More
Anyone know what this might be? It appears to have a small stem on the top, maybe its some kind of tropical fruit? One of my mom's students gave it to her, but no explanation of where it came from. Reminds me of one of those bumpy balls that fall… More
Well, I lost the tree! Hubby cut it down on Father's Day. It just slowly died. I realized on all the branches it had this white looking spot every so many inches. Not raised but right in the bark. The Liquid Amber next to it is looking a little peaked.… More
I am so excited to be among fellow gardeners - people I can relate to :D I am sure there is a ton of excellent advice here and I hope I can add my small part. Right now I am organizing for the coming season - I actually downloaded a… More
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