Homegrown cherries taste just as good as their blossoms look. Growing a cherry tree in your own yard is a win-win situation. Not only will you have a juicy summer harvest headed your way, but you'll ...

A step-by-step guide to cultivating delicious figs at home. Figs are a delightful option for home gardeners, combining sweet, rich flavor and ease of care. Once established, fig trees require minimal ...

Figs are a delightful option for home gardeners, combining sweet, rich flavor and ease of care. Once established, fig trees require minimal maintenance, are drought-tolerant, and can adapt to various ...

Archaeologists have traced the cultivation of the date palm—also known as Phoenix dactylifera—back millennia. Centuries later, this tree's delicious fruits remain a staple in cuisines around the world ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. I have a problem: My garden is a finite size. It will hold only so many trees, though I’ve been trying for years to squeeze in more. The solution ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's a lot to love about fig trees, especially if you're lucky enough to have one in your own backyard ...

There is an old adage that says the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago and the second-best time is today. That rings true in autumn in Greater Columbus as September and October can be the best ...

If you want to avoid high energy bills from running your AC at full blast all summer long, there’s one often overlooked feature that can help: Your landscaping can help to keep your house cool in the ...

It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

Growing an avocado tree from seed is a fun and easy indoor project. Avocados are tropical plants, so they won't survive cold winters outside. However, they can be grown indoors as houseplants.