Tree Bark
Founder & Editor
I’ve always had a green thumb—whether it was sneaking seeds from my grandmother’s garden or turning a patch of dirt behind my elementary school into a makeshift jungle.
That love for plants led me to start Tree Bark, where I share the practical wisdom I’ve picked up over years of growing, pruning, and (occasionally) wrestling with nature’s stubbornness. Here, you’ll find no-nonsense advice, tried-and-true techniques, and a healthy dose of humor for when things go sideways in the garden.
More from Janelle Boone
Blooming18 articles
Companion Plants5 articles
Container Gardens20 articles
Diseases16 articles
Fertilization3 articles
Flowers14 articles
How To68 articles
Landscaping4 articles
Lawn3 articles
Leaf Blower2 articles
Light Requirements8 articles
Neem Oil4 articles
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Pests2 articles
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Transform your garden into a fragrant paradise with these 10 trees that smell like lilac. Their intoxicating scents not only create a romantic atmosphere but also attract pollinators like butterflies and bees year-round…
Growing a weeping peach tree in zones 5-9 turns your yard into a living waterfall of blossoms. 🌸 I learned the hard way that pruning in late winter—not early spring—keeps those graceful branches lush all year, and I’ll…
Growing a black oak tree from acorns starts with a 90-day cold treatment —the secret weapon that turns stubborn seeds into eager sprouts. 🌱 I’ve struggled with acorns that refused to germinate until I learned this…
That vertical canopy of deep purple blooms transforms any garden into a living masterpiece. 🌿 The Bloomerang Dark Purple Lilac Tree Form isn't just another shrub—it's a bold statement piece that adds height, drama, and…
How to decay tree stumps —without heavy equipment—is simpler than you’d think. Nature has a way to break them down effortlessly, turning stubborn stumps into mulch over time. 🌱 I’ve turned stubborn stumps into mulch…
A small tree with orange flowers brings unexpected drama to spring gardens with its bold color and intoxicating fragrance. 🌸 I’ve planted three varieties— Chimonanthus (winter sweet), Cercis canadensis (eastern redbud)…
