Trees & Shrubs

Need shade? A hedge? A tall, flowering display in your front yard? A small orchard to enjoy?

Growing trees and shrubs can give you all that and more. Check out our guides to choose the perfect types for your soil and climate. We’ll even teach you how to prune and nourish your plantings all year long.

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Weeping Cherry Tree

Flower Gardens

The Weeping Cherry Tree, scientifically known as Prunus pendula, is indeed a spectacle to behold. The genus name ‘Prunus’ is ...

Zen Garden Guide: What is it + Tips and Ideas to Get Started

Gardens

A Zen garden, also known as a Japanese rock garden, is a unique and beautiful way to create a serene ...

Persimmon Tree - Full Guide to Growing, Caring For & Harvesting

Fruits & Berries

Step into the enchanting world of persimmon trees – the versatile gems that can transform any garden into a vibrant haven. As ...

Poplar Tree Guide: 10 Most Popular Types of Poplar Trees

Landscaping

Poplar trees, belonging to the genus Populus, are a diverse group of tree species that are native to North America, ...

12 Different Types of Cedar Trees with Pictures

Landscaping

Cedar trees, belonging to the Cedrus genus and family Pinaceae, are a type of evergreen conifers native to the Mediterranean and Western Himalayas. Prominent species of true cedars include the Atlas Cedar (Cedrus atlantica), Cedar of Lebanon (Cedrus libani), and Deodar Cedar Tree (Cedrus deodara), with each offering a distinct landscape beauty. These magnificent trees are recognized for their sturdy trunks, peeling bark, needle-like leaves, and cones that contribute to an engaging foliage display. Cedar trees thrive well in full sun to partial shade, and adapt to a variety of climates, though their native environs are the Mediterranean and mountainous climate of the Himalayas. Different types of cedar trees prefer a range in climate zones, with species like the northern white cedar and the western red cedar appreciating cooler, moist environments, and varieties like the eastern red cedar and the Deodar cedar tree being more tolerant of drought. The Lebanese cedar relishes the Mediterranean climate, enjoying hot, dry summers and cool, moist winters.