A reader seeks help dealing with out-of-control crepe myrtle growth. Plus, Grumpy’s gripe of the week.

Tall types exceed 20 feet in height. If you think that's not possible, look at Muskogee or Red Rocket. If those don't ...

Though springtime in Lancaster County is greeted by a spectrum of blooming trees and shrubs, late-summer color can be hard to ...

If your backyard experiences dry spells, embracing drought-tolerant trees is a fantastic choice. Their ability to thrive even with little rainfall provides peace of mind, especially during hot ...

To maximize crape myrtle bloom, plant the trees in full sun and in well-draining soil to prevent waterlogged roots and stunted growth. Regular water is needed several times a week for the first 2 ...

Hardiness, hotter summers helping colorful crape myrtles find homes here Many are hardy enough, but we were never hot enough. In recent summers, however, I’ve seen them blooming in local gardens ...

The same thing will happen to Shumard red oaks and Chinese pistachios, two other thin-barked trees. It shows up two or three years after planting.

Some common mid-summer issues that can affect your trees and lawn.

The sudden spread of crape myrtle bark scale across the South has probably been due to transport of infected plants from one nursery to another, almost assuredly unintentionally.

Studies increasingly link crape myrtle topping with crape myrtle bark scale.