The 5 worst trees to plant in Washington, D.C., are the Bradford pear, Ginkgo biloba, weeping willow, white ash, and cottonwood.
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.
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 […]
5 Best Native Trees to Plant in Denver
If you want to plant trees in your Denver yard, consider native trees. They have been growing in Colorado since […]
Introduction to Arborsculpture – Advanced Tree-Training Techniques
Coppice, pollard, espalier, pleach, and pooktre: No, it’s not a prestigious downtown law firm or names of Pokemon characters. Rather, […]
Guide to Growing an Avocado Tree
Ever stood in the grocery store, trying to pick the perfect avocado for guacamole and secretly wish you had your […]
How to Winterize Your Sprinkler System
Protect your sprinkler system from winter freeze damage. Follow our step-by-step guide to drain, insulate, and winterize your irrigation system—or hire a pro.
How to Fix and Adjust Lawn Sprinkler Heads (DIY Guide)
Fix common sprinkler head problems: adjust spray direction, clean clogged nozzles and filters, and replace broken heads with this step-by-step DIY guide.