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 ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Mikiko Kikuyama. Design: SAW With fall around the corner, gardeners have definitely got ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Big oaks from little acorns grow. And that's just the trouble -- those majestic, 80-foot oaks are too big to fit into our scaled-down gardens. So, what about a few good, small trees? Arbor Day is a ...

Maple syrup making time has just about arrived in our area. Maple syrup makers make preparations well in advance in order to be ready for this hectic time of year. Weather conditions need to be just ...