Winter isn't typically seen as a time of beauty, as plants die or hibernate until spring. However, this one tree stays ...

One day as I walked up to my hospital, I saw two trees at the entrance that were striking. At issue was the fact that I could not identify them! I am no expert, but I know most trees. I began digging.

The vivid red and orange leaves of Japanese maple trees (Acer palmatum) make them a knockout in any landscape, but one cultivar stands out for its eye-catching fall and winter display. Its name, ...