Fragrant tea olive blooms in the same months that oysters are safe to eat, but are the most prolific in September through November. These blooms will persist well into spring. There is also an ...

Olive trees, native to the Mediterranean region, are among nature’s oldest trees, and they look it. Gnarled, brawny trunks, a crown full of silvery leaves, and clusters of tiny green fruit give olives ...

In fall some folks are outside less than in summer. Their relaxing hours after dinner in the garden are cut by darkness and it is dark early in the morning too. One way to still enjoy plants is to ...

As the weather starts warming up, there are few things as exciting as stepping outside to enjoy the fragrance of spring blooms. In addition to its intoxicating aroma, cherry laurel (Prunus ...

Webster’s defines an ornamental plant as one grown for its decorative effect. It’s commonly accepted that gardeners grow most herbaceous flowers for their decorative effect. Flowers exhibit crisp ...

You might know Sassafras (Sassafras albidum) as the original root beer flavoring ingredient. While the tree's oil is no ...

If I were to choose a small ornamental tree for a small garden or space, it would be the fringe tree, Chionanthus virginicus. Other names are Grancy Graybeard and old man's beard. Its botanical name ...

This extra-large, heavy-duty Tuscan olive tree is currently available for £149.99, down from £399.99. This Gardening Express deal saves shoppers a whopping £250. It is perfect for planting in large ...

If you have fruit trees in your yard, you may already know that they are susceptible to certain issues, including pests.

Gardening Express is currently hosting a massive array of sales, offering Black Friday-like discounts months in advance. With various flowers and plants up for grabs at a fraction of their normal ...