When you're roaming through the never-ending rows of gorgeous specimens in your local nursery, it's so easy to get caught up in their beauty and make an instant purchase. But this can prove costly in ...

If you have an avocado tree growing in your backyard, you need to be vigilant about a disease that has made a comeback and can destroy your fruit. It's called Sunblotch Viroid, a microscopic invader ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you have a small suburban lot or a big, rambling yard, an outdoor space becomes infinitely more ...

Trees just can't be beat for providing shade in the yard and creating a relaxing and lushly green atmosphere. When you're starting with a bare yard that lacks trees, it can be tempting to ignore the ...