Homes and Gardens on MSN

The worst trees for allergies in American yards – and the low-pollen alternatives to plant instead

The biggest pollen-producing trees in landscaping - discover why oaks, birches, and conifers are among the worst offenders, ...
AOL

11 Trees and Shrubs to Never Prune in Spring (And When to Cut Them Instead)

That urge to grab your pruners the moment temperatures rise is one of the most natural impulses in gardening, and one of the most destructive. Every March, well-meaning gardeners pick up their loppers ...

Spring garden fixes for azaleas, oak trees and powdery mildew

Texas gardening expert Neil Sperry explains how to help amaryllis, azaleas, oak trees and plants hit by powdery mildew.
Los Angeles Times

Inspiration from the species that can live 1,000 years and put down a new set of roots anytime

For a Yankee in the South, everything about the environment scares you off. Heat. Humidity. Flying termite season (seriously, it’s a thing). But this cold-and-snow-loving Northerner braved the bugs ...

Here are the best (and worst) times to prune your trees this year

All fruit trees, including apple, pear, and plum, should be pruned in the spring as they can be sensitive and don't like to ...
The Spruce on MSN

6 disease-resistant trees that keep your yard looking healthy without constant care

Key Points Disease-resistant trees thrive with minimal care and can live for decades, making them a long-lasting ...
Oregonian

What’s causing leaf damage to these oak trees? Ask Extension

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: Our oak tree ...
13abc

How to protect your oak trees from oak wilt

TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - Big oaks are one of the dominant tree types across our metroparks. We even have a whole region named after them, but they’re increasingly threatened by the spread of a disease ...