Mulberries are lovely shade trees with a big downside — staining. However, there's another popular native shade tree with the same problem worth avoiding.

Fruit trees aren't just for fresh, homegrown harvests—many varieties also provide plenty of shade, creating a cooler environment around your home. This is an especially wise approach if your yard ...

There's no doubt about it: Pruning is an essential garden chore if you want healthy, thriving trees. However, when it comes to the fruit trees and shade trees in your yard, pruning isn't a ...