Hawthorn plants grow as small trees or large shrubs and are members of the rose family of plants. Both English and Indian hawthorn bloom in shades of pink. Hawthorns are hardy plants that grow well in a variety of climates ...

While large tree specimens, such as poplars and oaks provide shade and improve protection from the wind, other types of a landscape with its ornamental qualities. Known for its spring blossoms dogwood thrive in temperate climates with well-drained soils. ...

Laurel (Laurus nobilis) is an evergreen tree native to southern Europe, was adapted to the regions around the world. Bay leaves were made into wreaths worn by ancient Roman poet, scholar and athlete as a symbol of wisdom and glory. ...

Although home gardens of beautiful and attractive flowers and vegetables, they are often home to weeds as well. These invasive plants are not only unsightly, but some varieties can cause skin rashes. Knowledge lead some of the common garden ...

Red Pine also known as eastern red pen, pencil rouge and Norway pine. These attractive trees are often used as a windbreak, and used the wood for poles, fuel, pulpwood and wood. Red pines are susceptible to attack by ...

Cherry trees can be small or large, depending on the variety, but on average about 20 to 30 meters in height. They grow in fruiting and ornamental varieties, but always wear soft pink or white flowers with deep green foliage. ...

Apple trees are often grown for their beautiful flowers and the fruits they bear. While apple trees are generally healthy, they are susceptible to a fungal disease that can cause rapid wilting and death. Texas root rot in apple ...

Ornamental flowering trees under 25 feet tall may interest, color and texture to add landscapes and small farms. Depending on the species, can bloom from spring to appear at any time throughout the summer, with colorful leaves in autumn. ...

According to the University of Florida, the Chinese elm is a deciduous tree. Chinese elm, also known as Drake elms or lacebark elms are ornamental trees that are native to North China, Japan and Korea. It was popular to plant ...

The blue-green sharpshooter transmits Xylella fastidiosa, a bacterium that is especially deadly for some grape crops, especially in California. Xylella fastidiosa infects many plant species, but not all plants are susceptible to the effects of infection. The bacterium that ...