When you buy a bare root red maple tree to plant in your yard, it'll usually look more like a skinny stick than a towering shade tree. While it'll take time for it to reach maturity, it won't stay a ...

Fall is the best time for appreciating the beauty of shade trees. It's also the best time to plant them. Cool temperatures mean minimal transplanting shock. And after the leaves drop, you can let ...

From how tall maple trees can grow to the surprisingly cold temperatures they can withstand, you'll love learning these fun ...

Q: My red maple was almost completely yellow at the end of August. What is wrong with the tree, and is there something that I can do to improve its health? A: Your red maple has a severe case of ...

I've just purchased a red maple ('October Glory') to provide shade for our backyard. How far should I space trees from the house? Should I have any other concerns planting this time of year? A. The ...

The classic and trusted book “Fifty Common Trees of Indiana” by T.E. Shaw was published in 1956 as a user-friendly guide to local species. Nearly 70 years later, the publication has been updated ...

As spring unfolds, the deep red blooms of red maple trees along the roadsides and in the woods really stand out. Withing days, the blooms fall onto the pavement like blood-red snow. Did you know that ...

I would like to plant a red maple tree but I want to be sure that it has brilliant red fall color. Someone suggested an 'Autumn Blaze' maple. What do you think? Is that a good choice and does it grow ...