Q. Recently, I saw a tree covered with large, upright red flowers in the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Can you tell me more about it? — Reggie Dick, Bloomington A. A mature red horse ...

Did you know hummingbirds have a favorite color? Hummingbirds are most attracted to red, a vibrant color that acts like a dinner bell for these feathered friends. While they're also attracted to other ...

Flowering trees can become a floral focal point for your front yard or a natural way to add stunning color to the back. If you live in a warm climate and want to update your landscaping with gorgeous ...

Eastern redbud is a small native tree found in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 4 through 8. Redbuds generally grow to about 20 feet tall and 30 to 35 feet wide at the top. They bloom in early spring before ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Red maple is the state tree of Rhode Island and its "Autumn Blaze" cultivar ...

In cooler regions with low humidity, one native tree offers stunning blooms with edible fruit beloved by wildlife. Here's how ...

If you've been on a summertime stroll in recent weeks, chances are you've seen a red flowering gum, Corymbia ficifolia. This species comes from a small area of southwest Western Australia but has been ...

Flowering trees are one of the best signs that spring is here, and, fortunately for homeowners in the Phoenix area, our climate allows us to plant a wide range of flowering trees from all over the ...