Florida celebrates Arbor Day this month, and January is good for planting trees on the Treasure Coast. Arbor month has a good ring to it, and planting a tree has been the subject of this column ...

Q. On a trip to the Cayman Islands we were fascinated by the beautiful royal poinciana or flamboyant trees. How can I plant seeds for this tree? Will it grow in the Houston climate? -- G.C., Houston A ...

Question: A very tall tree with brilliant yellow flowers is blooming in some of the local neighborhoods. What is the tree and since it grows so tall is it a good addition to the landscape? Answer: ...