Q.: Last summer, you discussed the problem with maple tree borders. I wonder if the same problems apply to the ornamental Japanese maple tree? I did not take precautions the previous fall and lost ...

Q : Do you know what kind of Japanese maple tree this is? It is 25 years old and dying due to improper planting, according to an arborist who inspected it. These are pictures of it 10 years ago (see ...

Whether you’re starting from scratch designing a new landscape, renovating an old one or just craving something new to add a little spark to a boring spot in your yard, a small ornamental tree may be ...

Maintaining the shape of shrubs and trees is a practice that has been associated with beauty and tranquility for centuries. Highly ornamental trees like the Japanese maple grow into stunning specimens ...

Got a boring yard? These trees will add color and visual interest. A beautiful, brilliant green yard with a spread of healthy grass is sure to turn heads. However, to really inspire those double takes ...

Gardeners who have a Japanese maple in their garden or are thinking about purchasing one are being warned of one simple yet common mistake. Japanese maples, renowned for their striking red, weeping, ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mikiko Kikuyama. Design: SAW With fall around the corner, gardeners have definitely got ...

'Murasaki Kiyohime' is a great dwarf Japanese maple with dramatic spring color showing red-purple leaf borders with green centers. Its fall color is yellow, orange and red. Howard Garrett / Special ...

As the weather cools and fall color first starts to show, it is the ideal time to plant shade and ornamental trees. The first step as you start the planning is to select quality trees. Especially in ...