Growing American persimmon trees checks several horticultural and culinary boxes. American persimmon—Diospsyros virginiana ...

The skin of a ripe persimmon should be soft, and the fruit should feel very delicate, almost like a water balloon when you gently press it. During the ripening process, the aforementioned tannins ...

If you're interested in growing fruit trees in your garden, consider choosing native varieties. Native fruit trees require less maintenance than non-native ones because they are well-adapted to the ...

If you’re in the market for new trees, consider planting natives. They are generally lower maintenance than exotic species, require less water, fertilizers and pesticides, and often cost less, too.

This October 2014 image provided by The Morton Arboretum shows the colorful foliage of a sugar maple tree at the arboretum in Lisle, Ill. As the season progress, the tree's leaves progress from green ...