Ask Categories: Deciduous Trees; Cultivar/Species

Prunus ‘Kanzan’*

1. Can I plant a prunus Kwanzan tree by a Roberson ? 2. Can a prunus Kwanzan be planted by rejoinder bush…

planting under black walnut*

I understand redbud can be planted under black walnut. Can a weeping redbud work, knowing it is grafted on another type of tree, will the graft take the black walnut as well. If garden is on hill will this help…

Hydrangea Tree*

How do I know if or when my tree is suppose to bloom, as of right now it looks dead and I don’t see any buds?…

Zelkova, Hackberry or Honeylocust?*

Hello. I am having trouble deciding which tree to plant in my backyard. The width of my property is 55 feet, and I have plenty of open space in my backyard to plant a big tree. I’m very indecisive and…

Removing tree stump from garden*

My mother is an avid gardener and created gardens in both her front and back gardens.  She is currently unwell and unable to maintain her gardens.  The front flower bed is approximately 5-6 ft long and 3 feet deep.  It…

Backyard fence*

I want to plant a fence that will provide privacy all year round as my backyard is fully exposed to neighbours. South facing, dry,clay, Ottawa (think it is zone 4). I like the red obelisk beech and was thinking of…

tree suggestion*

The city has removed a tree on city property/boulevard in front of my property in North Toronto.  I am looking for a fast-growing, low-maintenance, safe replacement.  I have reviewed choices, and it seems that Black Maple is suitable.  Does this…

City Tree Selection*

City of Toronto is requiring us to select a tree for planting in our front yard. it faces south and has full sun for most of day. interested in a tree that does not sprawl outward a lot and does…