Burls are bark-covered growths that can protrude from a tree’s trunk. They contain unsprouted bud tissue, and produce a wood that’s valued for its unique grain and smooth workability. Wolfgang Kaehler ...

Three women talk outside of a house with a for sale sign - The Good Brigade/Getty Images It's no secret a healthy and established tree can increase your home's real estate value and curb appeal. They ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Whether you have a small suburban lot or a big, rambling yard, an outdoor space becomes infinitely more ...