Types of

The Crabapple trees can be divided into two broad types, those typically grown for their fruit crop and those grown primarily for their showy springtime flowers. Crabapple fruit is green or red. Some species and cultivars have orange and pink blushes. The small fruits are 2 inches or fewer in diameter, and the tree leaves … Read more

Marigolds (​Tagetes spp.​) are known to produce cheerful, abundant, multiple blossoms on upright plants with bright green pungent foliage. Seeds evolve in tight clusters just below the flowers and, if not harvested, fall off and often produce new plants the following year. Even at the height of summer, they bloom profusely, and come in a … Read more

Flowering plants with pink blooms bring a soft, welcoming feel to outdoor spaces, blending easily with a wide range of garden styles. Their color can range from pale blush to deep rose, allowing for subtle accents or bold visual statements. These plants often bloom in clusters, creating eye-catching displays that stand out against green foliage. … Read more

Viburnums, in the honeysuckle plant family, comprise a diverse group of approximately 150 species of shrubs and small trees. Several species viburnums shine in the home landscape with either especially attractive flowers or fruit. Viburnums may be deciduous or evergreen, with their handsome foliage contributing to the garden’s charms. The intensely fragrant flowers of many … Read more

USDA Zone 9 is defined by average annual minimum temperatures ranging from about −6°C to −1°C (20°F to 30°F). This creates a warm climate with mild winters and long, often hot summers. Frosts are rare and usually light, allowing for an extended growing season that supports a wide range of ornamental and fruiting plants. However, … Read more

Cherry trees (Prunus spp.) exist in a huge variety, both ornamental and cultivated. Those varieties are often hard to tell apart, or even to tell apart from closely related fruit trees. The appearance of blossoms, leaves and fruit can be used to distinguish the cherry tree species from one another. Cherry trees have two kinds … Read more

Cucumbers are widely cultivated vegetable plants known for their crisp texture and refreshing flavor. They belong to the species Cucumis sativus, a member of the gourd family. Cucumbers are grown in many parts of the world and are commonly eaten fresh in salads, sandwiches, and pickled dishes. The plants grow as trailing vines that produce … Read more

The White‑tailed Deer is one of the most adaptable and widely recognized deer species in North America. It thrives in forests, farmland edges, and even suburban landscapes where food and cover are available. Because whitetails are herbivores, their diet consists mainly of leaves, twigs, fruits, nuts, and grasses. Shrubs are especially important because they provide … Read more

Fixing a sinkhole in a lawn is a common DIY project for most homeowners, especially when the “sinkhole” is actually a small-to-medium depression (under 3 feet wide and deep) caused by settling soil, decaying buried debris (like old stumps, construction waste, or roots), poorly compacted fill from past landscaping, or drainage issues. True geological sinkholes … Read more

Palm trees belong to the plant family Arecaceae, a group of flowering plants known for their tall trunks and distinctive crowns of large leaves called fronds. This family includes more than 2,500 species spread across many genera. Most palms grow in warm regions of the world, especially in tropical and subtropical climates where temperatures remain … Read more