A native alternative to Japanese barberry is Fothergilla, a glorious spring-flowering shrub that thrives in sun or semi-shade ...

Many homeowners plant shrubs for privacy or curb appeal. While they are relatively low-maintenance, there is a hidden cost.

I got mail after a recent column on the problems of shearing large shrubs to force them into small spaces. Some folks e-mailed thanks for reminding readers to select the right plant for the right ...

You grow them for height and structure in the borders, and suddenly, in the blink of an eye, they’re spreading, suckering or throwing up seedlings in your neighbor's yard. Or, on a more aesthetic note ...

Q: I need an identification for a vine that is climbing up the side of my house and on a nearby tree. It is attractive and ...

I have been wanting to plant an ash tree in my yard, but heard this is a bad idea. Should I find a different tree, possibly one native to Missouri? I am looking for something that is fast growing and ...

A cool start with some flashes of extreme heat with consistent rain — the summer of 2019 has been a little off-kilter, which has been affecting the insects of Iowa, in turn. Two types of insects, ...

Q: Please advise me about what trees and shrubs can be planted in the fall. A: Fall is a great time to plant most woody plants. The main exceptions are plants that are borderline-hardy to our area -- ...

ALTS Design Office’s naturally lit Kofunaki House has two levels. The furniture, stairs and some of the home’s floors are entirely made from light wood. On the ground level, some parts of the concrete ...

Residents can sign up for a 30-minute slot between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. to help plant trees and shrubs to create a small ...