Growing on the south side of MU’s Lefevre Hall is a grouping of three trees that, at eye level, exhibit unique, nearly black bark arranged in a blocky mosaic that has been likened to alligator skin.

There's little as rewarding as eating homegrown fruit. The good news: Many varieties — like mulberry and lemon trees — don't require a large backyard to flourish. While it's true that some fruit trees ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Asian persimmon fruit is shown on a tree that has never been more than 12 feet tall. (Courtesy photo) Q: I planted a persimmon ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you’ve been nurturing flowers and vegetables in your garden, you may be ready to move on to growing ...

Trees are a wonderful addition to any yard. Whether you are using them as ornamental privacy barriers or establishing a fruit orchard, having trees in your yard can add both beauty and function. Yet, ...

Gardening season is underway, and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo is very helpful. Q: We have a ...

There are many things that make fall time in Indiana great. One of those things is the drastic change in leaf color that can be seen while driving down the road. Another is the sweet, homemade goodies ...

A yard with a lawn, border plants, and several healthy mature trees. - Imagesbybarbara/Getty Images Today, many Americans wholeheartedly embrace instant gratification. Technology — from the quick hits ...

As winter begins to ebb in a few weeks, people will be thinking about landscape issues again. An unfortunate question I am sometimes asked is similar to this: “I lost my prized shade tree! What can I ...

Q: I planted a persimmon about a year ago. I’ve watered it every day. It isn’t dying, but it’s also not growing. The roots are all coiled around. How can I remedy things so it will start to grow? A: ...

Purdue Landscape Report: An unfortunate question I am sometimes asked is similar to this: “I lost my prized shade tree! What can I plant that will grow fast and give me shade?” While there is no ...