Two women planting potted tree saplings in a backyard. - Nikola Stojadinovic/Getty Images Fall gives you the perfect opportunity to experiment with the best ways to plant trees in your yard. While you ...

Fruit trees aren't always easy to look after, but these varieties are hardy and quick to grow — making them the perfect choice for beginner gardeners.

Sweetgum is also a fast-growing shade tree with brilliant fall colors. It has a star-shaped leaf. One drawback of sweetgum is the spiny seed capsule. This fallen fruit can make walking in the yard ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. For many urban dwellers, growing their own fruit orchard feels like a pipe dream. But don't let the lack of a sprawling backyard stop you. As ...