When it comes to shade trees, there is an almost limitless number of options for your yard. To add extra interest in cooler climates, this is a stunning option.

Few shade trees are as distinctive in the home landscape as birch trees. Their unique bark characteristics, distinctive growth form and graceful delicate foliage are reason alone to feature one or ...

Q: Am I the only one whose birch tree has suffered this winter? It bloomed beautifully, but now half of it is dead and has almost no leaves. Should I call an arborist? Can this tree be saved? A: This ...

* What it is: A small-home-friendly version of our native river birch tree that's more compact and not as fast-growing as the species. Has the same cinnamon-colored peeling bark and yellow fall ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. River birch has been called "the most beautiful of American trees" by Prince ...