As we prepare to say hello to winter, let’s give fall a farewell salute with this photo from Anne Nichandros, of Castro Valley. Nichandros has what she called a purple maple tree in her backyard that ...

We love the vibrant colors of maple trees in the fall. These deciduous beauties bring not only great color but also a recognizable leaf shape and (our favorite) whirlybird seeds that helicopter their ...

Japanese maples are pretty and mostly hardy trees within their growing zone. Like most trees, however, they still need regular maintenance, including pruning.