If neglected, mistletoe infestations can overwhelm trees and almost literally suck the life out of them. There is no perfect treatment, but with persistence, it can be minimized, writes columnist Bill ...

I planted white crape myrtles on the west and east sides of my patio 10 years ago. As I sit there, I see a fine mist dropping ...

Find out which plants you should prune in February—and which to leave alone—to encourage healthier growth and better blooms ...

Crape myrtles don't need much pruning to stay healthy. Trimming these trees at the right time can improve their bloom ...

A guide to plants to prune in February, as an experienced horticulturist highlights seven shrubs, climbers, and perennial plants to prune this month.

I think I diagnosed the white material on the bark of my crapemyrtle as scale. There’s also black stuff on the bark that won’t come off. What can I do? You have a few options, ranging from tolerance ...

Nature gives rise to fascinating adaptations, which can sometimes lead to organisms living in some strange situations. The relationship between bark beetles, spruce trees, and a type of fungus is a ...

Olive trees need full sun, which is considered 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. They grow well indoors in a bright ...

NORTHERN MICHIGAN, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Michigan is the nation’s third-largest producer of Christmas trees. This season, growers are working hard to keep up with holiday demand while also battling ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Crepe Myrtle tree branches encased in ice - Zach Zimet/Shutterstock Among the many mistakes everyone makes when growing crepe ...

There are brown spots with purple edges on the leaves of my hydrangeas. They are still producing some small flowers and new growth. But new growth becomes spotted as it appears. Is there anything I ...