"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Want to add some shade to your garden, backyard patio, or deck? Fast-growing shade trees are the answer.

The Salix matsudana is commonly called curly willow because of the loosely curling shape of its branches. It is also known as the corkscrew willow, Pekin willow, Hankow willow, twisted-twig willow and ...

What: Salix integra “Hakuro-nishiki,” also known as dappled Japanese willow, can be grown as either a shrub or small tree. Its delicate three-tone leaves bring a visual treat to the garden. It is a ...

Looking for a small tree to grow year-round in a pot on a patio? Japanese maples, dappled willow, some magnolias or even bougainvillea could work, depending on the space. Dear Helen: As a new resident ...

I hadn’t planted anything in my garden or home landscape for at least two weeks, so naturally, I had to visit my favorite garden center in search of something to plant in mid-October. While I came ...

Q: Will the solar eclipse affect plant growth in any way? I heard it might impact some animals. A: No it won't, the time is too short to be of consequence to plants. Q: I have a mum that is flowering.

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Willows (Salix ssp) can be identified by their long, narrow leaves, which ...