By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: We have a brick planter by our deck that measures 31/2 feet by 4 feet and is 4 feet deep. We previously had a river birch tree in it, but the roots grew under ...

Planters allow trees to be positioned as focal points viewed from the home. Japanese maples are good choices for their size, form and leaf ornament, especially in fall. (iStock) ...