Renewable energy demand and consumption is at an all-time high in the United States. Shrub willow - a quick-growing woody crop - can be an excellent source of renewable bioenergy. The crop is ...

Q: I am writing about a pussy willow tree I planted in my backyard in early August 2018. I have wanted one for some time and found one on sale at a discount department store. It didn’t have much info ...

Late winter is when most gardeners’ green thumbs begin to itch, and the need to work in the garden is hard to resist. One task that’s perfect for this time of year is propagating shrubs and trees.

Manicured suburban lawns might look neat, but they don’t do much for local birds. They offer little food or shelter, so ...

Bloom season: Spring through summer. Exposure: Full sun to partial shade. Water needs: Low water, drought tolerant. Snapshot: Desert willow, also known as desert catalpa, is a stunning, versatile ...

While much of the outdoor landscape is still sleeping, some early-bird spring arrivals are brightening our neighborhoods with colorful blooms. Pussy willow, forsythia, pansies and Lenten roses are ...

The polar willow (Salix polaris) may not seem like much when you look at it -- just a jumble of tiny green leaves in a dense mat that pokes out of the tundra. But beyond its humble appearance, this ...

Q. When trying to get some plant cuttings to root, my friend suggested I use some willow water. – C.F., Springfield. Answer by Master Gardener Mark Bernskoetter Oregon State University found the ...

Compared to other hobbies, gardening is relatively affordable. Plus, once you're familiar with the basics, there are a ton of options to choose from when it comes to which plants you'll grow. Shrubs ...