the humble Chapman oak can provide similar wildlife value without overwhelming your yard. Just make sure to plant this small tree in well-draining or dry soil, preferably in full sunlight.

Observing the distinct forms and bark of trees like bald cypress, crape myrtles, and redbuds provides visual interest.

In this edition of ID That Tree ... you to chestnut oak, sometimes called rock chestnut oak. It is an oak species commonly found in the southern part of the state on high dry sites. It has small, very ...