In anticipation of Arbor Day and those who wish to add a tree or trees to their home landscapes, I follow last week’s article about selecting a tree with our subject today – planting a tree correctly.

What’s the most important step in planting a tree or shrub? Thinking it through first. “How a tree is planted makes a huge difference in how healthy it will be and how long it is likely to live,” said ...

Before you grab a shovel, read this—this common tree-planting mistake is easy to make.

It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

Pay attention to this critical step for successful tree growth.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who ...

This is the perfect time of year to plant fruit trees. They're a great plant to have if you have the space for them. Here's a ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. At New England Botanic Garden, newly planted trees like this weeping redbud (Cercis canadensis, 'Covey') benefit from perforated ...

Help them grow strong roots.

So you want to beautify your landscape, improve your community, or celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree. What could go wrong? Quite a bit, if you make some common mistakes, according to an expert at ...