The vivid red and orange leaves of Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) make them a knockout in any landscape, but one cultivar stands out for its eye-catching fall and winter display. Its name, ...

Close up of the brilliant red foliage of Japanese maple - Dan Gabriel Atanasie/Shutterstock There's nothing quite as breathtaking as a beautiful Japanese maple when it's displaying its stunning fall ...

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: Is there a ...

Fall is just a few days away, but gardening season isn’t over yet. We’re still getting plenty of questions to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension ...

From an aesthetic point of view, Japanese maples have a distinctive architectural beauty year-round but especially after their leaves fall. From a practical perspective, these maple trees are compact ...

A close-up of an unspecified Japanese maple seed pod - Lois GoBe/Shutterstock Many home landscapers love the look of Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) for their garden or yard, and it's easy to see ...

Japanese maples are truly trees for all seasons. In winter, their bare branches provide a sculptural, elegant silhouette. The emerging leaves of spring — with their bright colors and intricate ...

Q: Which plants should I plant next spring to attract birds to my garden? A: For attracting hummingbirds to your garden, plant monarda (bee balm), phlox, a clerodendron tree (Harlequin glory bower), a ...

Although it may seem sensible to fertilise your garden in the summer to promote lush foliage and vibrant flowers, doing so can cause significant harm to Japanese maples. These stunning trees are ...