Around the world, maple trees are a popular choice for shade and color. All maples are Acer species, belonging to a group of deciduous trees that is actually fairly diverse, ranging from the tall ...

Not all trees need to be large in order to make a statement. Small trees – which are officially known as “dwarf trees” in garden parlance and don’t grow above 30 feet– can liven up a front yard with ...

Today, as many landscapes are ever-shrinking, narrow trees might be just the thing for your garden. Trees with a slender growth habit will not take up as much horizonal space while still giving you ...

In the Midwest, Wisconsin and Michigan are the biggest producers of maple syrup, but there is a lot of untapped potential for maple syrup in the lower Midwest. In recent weeks, producers and hobbyists ...

I hope you are planning a spring trip to the azalea garden at Stephen F. Austin State University. This Easter weekend would be a perfect time for a visit. When you stop by, you will notice there are ...

SHORE ACRES STATE PARK -- The small maple tree with its green, delicate leaves stands only about a foot high on the tabletop, projecting grace and simplicity. In its small, blue pot, the tree looks to ...

The recently introduced North Wind maple can take low temperatures, unlike many Japanese maples. Just about everyone loves Japanese maples (Acer palmatum). These small trees have an artistic shape, ...

Many people travel to New England in October to see the wonderful fall color in the deciduous forests. A large proportion of the color is provided by maples, including the sugar maple, red maple and ...