An eastern red cedar thrives in a suburban landscape. - butterfly's dream/Shutterstock Planting large trees is one of the best ways to create some privacy, allowing you to enjoy nature from the ...

If you’re considering adding a tree to your yard, there are many to choose from, and they come in all different types. Some trees produce flowers and/or fruit, attract wildlife, and can vary in height ...

Fifty years ago, Christmas seasons were kicked off in my family by loading up the farm truck with our bow saw and a thermos of coffee in hopes of finding the perfect eastern red cedar to bring home ...

The classic and trusted book “Fifty Common Trees of Indiana” by T.E. Shaw was published in 1956 as a user-friendly guide to local species. Nearly 70 years later, the publication has been updated ...

Editor’s note: This column was produced before Gene Wengert died in 2025. It is printed here in memoriam. Q. Why do we here in Virginia see so many eastern red cedar trees along fence lines? Do they ...