The Richmond area is lucky to have an abundance of amazing, native trees and experts to help care for them. […]
Author: Amanda Shiffler
Most comfortable with soil under her fingernails, Amanda has an enthusiasm for gardening, agriculture, and all things plant-related. With a master's degree in agriculture and more than a decade of experience gardening and tending to her lawn, she combines her plant knowledge and knack for writing to share what she knows and loves.
6 Best Native Trees for Richmond
When you think of best native trees to plant in Richmond you might want a list … or maybe two […]
Growing Your Own Cherry Tree in Washington, D.C.
If you live or work anywhere near D.C., you’ve likely seen and smelled the celebrated blossoms of the famed cherry […]
10 Worst Trees for San Antonio
Planting trees isn’t a cheap, nor easy feat. Which makes it all the worst when you pick out a tree […]
9 Best Native Trees for San Antonio
The best native trees for San Antonio give you shade, color, and wildlife without constant watering. Top picks: live oak, cedar elm, and desert willow.
5 Worst Trees to Plant in Washington, D.C.
The 5 worst trees to plant in Washington, D.C., are the Bradford pear, Ginkgo biloba, weeping willow, white ash, and cottonwood.
Training a Tree – How to Make First Pruning Cuts
Training trees? You may have read that and had a sinking feeling because it’s one more project to add to […]
Best Native Trees to Plant in Washington, D.C.
The best native trees for Washington, D.C., area yards include flowering dogwood, serviceberry, Eastern redbud, red maple, and oaks.
5 Worst Trees to Plant in Denver
Having a tree in your yard that you absolutely despise is the bane of many homeowners, especially if it is […]
5 Basic Tree Care Tips for New Denver Residents
When I moved from the flatlands of the humid Midwest to the Mountain West with its breath-shortening elevations and semi-arid […]