Look here for advice on caring for trees, shrubs, perennials, ground covers, and entire landscapes. The Morton Arboretum's plant advice is backed by nearly a century of experience and research on selecting, planting and caring for landscapes in the Midwest and other temperate climates.
Caring for plants
Pruning
Landscape design
Getting started with a landscape design
Plants that attract butterflies
Trees and shrubs that attract birds
Trees and shrubs for the four seasons landscape
Plant problems
Black walnut toxicity (plants tolerant of)
Preventing construction damage in trees and shrubs
Preventing or reducing fruit on ornamental trees and shrubs
Tree roots and foundation damage
Planting trees and shrubs
Problem plants
Soil and plants
Through the seasons
Selecting the perfect Christmas tree