Just like Japanese maple, dwarf conifers such as dwarf Alberta spruce (shown here) come in a range of shapes, sizes, and colors. They also grow slowly and won’t overpower Japanese maple.

All weeping cherry trees stay under 25 feet tall, but dwarf varieties are even more compact—growing six feet high or less. Full-sized Japanese maple trees can stretch over 30 feet tall ...

While some trees need plenty of space to thrive, many can actually be grown in containers, meaning even those with a small ...

Raspberries can be successfully grown in pots, particularly smaller, compact varieties. To ensure success, choose a large pot ...

Horticulturist and columnist Chuck Martin picks up where he left off on last week's column about organic pesticides.

These gorgeous low-maintenance container plant ideas will help you beautify almost any outdoor space. Plus, get creative ...

But here are my top five plants for Northwest gardens: There are so many varieties of Japanese maples (Acer palmatum ... blooms every spring. The new dwarf lilac called “Miss Kim” is perfect ...

This two-gallon Bloodgood Japanese Maple Tree, $90 at Home Depot ... with varieties like dwarf hydrangeas suitable for smaller spaces. Give the outside of your home personality with wall art.

Bringing Japanese plants indoors transforms even the smallest spaces, adding them with beauty, calm, and life without much ...