When it comes to choosing the right fast-growing tree for year-round privacy, the iconic Douglas-fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii) Christmas tree may not be the first thing that comes to mind. Its fresh ...

While fences can be attractive, they can also be expensive and create a feeling of being enclosed in your yard. Instead of building a fence to add privacy and security to your property, you can try ...

Thanks for writing in, Bert. We at the Garden often speak about planting trees and shrubs that are best suited for our Chicago-area climate. The tree in your photo appears to be a Douglas fir, which ...

Watch us transplant white pines and Douglas firs on our new Missouri farm! Follow along for tips on tree planting, spacing, and care for a thriving forest. #TreePlanting #MissouriFarm #ForestryTips ...

In the Pacific Northwest, choosing trees for drought tolerance might be planting for the future, but it doesn’t have to be ...