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Why You Should Grow a Dogwood Tree

Dogwoods trees have good looks, and they also attract wildlife. Add a dogwood tree to your yard for colorful flowers, foliage ...
As the vibrant colors of your garden fade and autumn gives way to the quiet chill of winter, it can be tempting to tidy ...
You may be familiar with the most common dog wood species, but did you know there are many more fascinating options you can ...
The resilient and vibrant American beautyberry earned its place as the newest Texas Superstar plant with clusters of vivid ...
As I mentioned in last week’s column, I have a squirrel who has made itself at home in my garden, so maybe I benefited from ...
Grocery stores pile mountains of pumpkins in the fall, but warty, twisted and striped gourds can also turn a front porch ...
Callicarpa, or the beauty berry, is another gorgeous shrub to consider when looking for plants for autumn colour. As its name ...
The most common reason for a lack of flowers on hydrangeas is that they were pruned at the wrong time of the year.
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Written by Angela Mason Foster Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Every October, ...
As summer turns into autumn, you might think it’s time to say goodbye to your blooming garden. Yet, fall is a fantastic ...
Returning from a trip in Iceland, gardening writer Jeff Lowenfels reflects on an asset that sets the state apart from others.
Invasives: The fast growing Callery and Bradford pear trees might be beautiful, but they wreak havoc on local ecosystems.