The bark of a tree is its own protection against the weather. While we shrug on a coat when it’s wet or cold, a tree will ...

Why do named varieties of crape myrtles seem to disappear from nurseries? Two popular names from the past, Watermelon Red and ...

Q: My neighbor pointed out a part of my big pink-blooming loropetalum shrub that has white flowers. Why did this happen? Do I have an off-breed loropetalum? — Jack Chilton, north Decatur ...

Find out where crape myrtle grows best and how to choose the right variety for your garden. Plus, get tips for pruning and pests to watch for.

The Aglaonema Red Lipstick plant purifies the air, boosts humidity, and reduces stress. It is low-maintenance. It adds beauty to the decor With its striking red and green foliage, this plant adds ...

The Irmo man charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump had a job at the defunct V.C. Summer nuclear plant construction project making more than $100,000 a year, according to an ...

Petechiae are tiny red or purple dots that don't turn white when you press on them. They can be caused by infections, certain medications, and vitamin deficiencies. They can also be a symptom of low ...

A South Carolina woman faces charges after igniting yard debris that burned out of control and allegedly sparked a wildfire that has scorched more than 2,000 acres near Myrtle Beach, the state’s ...

Whether they're growing as large trees or smaller bushes, crepe myrtles offer your yard a pop of color with their clusters of blooms from late spring through fall, depending on where you live. Some ...

Our crape myrtle trees are about 10 feet tall ... nutrient or combination problem. Make sure the plants have adequate water which for in ground plants is once or twice a week.

First detected in the U.S. in Dallas in 2004, crape myrtle bark scale is a sucking insect that feeds on the sap of plants. It excretes a sugary solution known as “honeydew,” like what is ...

You can use this plant effectively on trellises because it offers a powerful visual contrast to gardens. A tropical beauty with showy pink, red, and white flowers. The plant enjoys facile climbing ...