Trees & Shrubs for the Home

Burning bush (Euonymus alatus) is a deciduous shrub native to Asia that has become well established in New Hampshire as well as throughout parts of th... Learn More

Tree of Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) is an aggressive invasive tree species native to China, that has found its way into disturbed habitats and urban ... Learn More

Scale insects can be incredibly frustrating and difficult to manage. They are immobile for most of their life cycle and often avoid detection when the... Learn More

In recent years there has been growing excitement around creating “winter interest” in the garden, and for good reason! Perennial gardens have the pot... Learn More

One way to speed the seemingly interminable winter months is to bring spring indoors by “forcing” forsythia and other spring-blooming branches. In oth... Learn More

All of the leaves are still attached and are completely brown and dry. Is there something wrong with my tree? Learn More

When it comes to pruning, there is nothing better than having a well maintained pair of pruners with a nice sharp blade. Quality pruners should last f... Learn More

How Branches, Bark and Buds Help You ID Trees and Shrubs Learn More

Landscape Trees and Their Susceptibility to Invasive Insects Learn More

Although being touted as hardy to Zone 4, harsh winters often kill the flower buds of this series in New Hampshire. Learn More