It’s psychological.” Michael Cafiero, a landscape designer in Brooklyn, says arborvitae is his go-to privacy hedge. “They’re quick-growing native trees, very dense evergreens, and they kind of create ...

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When you're short on space in your landscape, it's vital to choose the right tree so it doesn't overwhelm your yard. Here are some to avoid and some to plant.

Spruce up your yard! With cold-weather hardiness, evergreen beauty and a range of sizes and shapes, the many types of spruce ...

Ornamental shrubs are one of the most widely used plants in the suburban landscape of the Kansas City Metro. The diversity of ...

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Red maple oak, quaking aspen, weeping willows, and birch trees are some of the seven fast-growing shade trees that can make your backyard cooler.