Hot afternoon sun can make gardening tricky, but some plants thrive in these conditions and turn west-facing yards into colorful, productive spaces.

Discover what to do with crepe myrtle in March. These 3 jobs will set your tree up for a summer of vibrant flowering. Pruning and mulching are key this month.

Crepe myrtles should be pruned while the tree is dormant. Learn the best time to prune a crepe myrtle and what happens if you prune a crepe myrtle too late in the spring.

When planting a new tree, you need to consider its mature size. Here are some of the best small trees for a small backyard or front yard.