When Is the Best Time to Prune Trees and Shrubs?
Pruning trees and shrubs can be challenging. In spring we’re anxious to tidy them up when the best thing for the plant may be to leave it alone.
Why Do Tree Leaves Fall in Autumn?
Why is it that some tree leaves change color to red, orange and yellow and drop from trees every fall?
Optimize Fruit Tree Soils for Best Production
Of all things necessary to grow fruit trees, soil is the most overlooked. It plays a key role in the health of fruit trees and in how much fruit they bear.
State Tree Seedling Nurseries – A Cost-Effective Resource for Purchase of Bulk Trees
Your state forestry department may operate a special nursery that produces seedlings of trees native to your state and those appropriate for the state’s growing zones.
What Are the Most Common Threats To Trees in Your Landscape?
Backyard trees can fall victim to some unforeseeable natural threats, which can weaken and even eventually kill them. Here, we’ll review the most common threats to trees and how you can protect them from damage.
How To Protect Plants From Winter Weather
Winter can be absolutely punishing on garden plants. Damage can be reduced if you do a little extra preparation in late fall.
Ultimate Tree Care Guide for the Mid-Atlantic U.S. (Infographic)
Before you start digging, check out our ultimate tree care guide on how to plant your tree and take care of it from seedling to maturity.
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Bordeaux Mixture and Copper Are Very Effective Organic Fungicides
Bordeaux mixture and copper solutions have been used safely for hundreds, perhaps thousands of years to control fungal infections in plants.
How to Read a Plant Tag
An explanation of what all of those terms on plant tags and seed packets really mean.
How To Care For a Potted Norfolk Pine Christmas Tree
A Norfolk Pine makes a wonderful Christmas gift or houseplant. But can you plant it outside after the holidays?
