Proper moisture is crucial for growth and production.

Dreaming of harvesting peaches, plums, apples or figs from your own backyard? Growing delicious homegrown fruit starts with planting your tree correctly—and at the right time of year. Subscribe to our ...

I wouldn’t want to stand out in the middle of our yard now until fall without a little extra love and attention. It gets brutal out there. But that’s exactly what we expect out of our shade trees. All ...

Pear trees are a charming addition to any garden, and are renowned for their sweet fruit and stunning seasonal displays. During the spring, they showcase beautiful, fragrant blossoms that attract ...

Some trees grow into a nice shape at a measured rate with little help from the tree-planter. But most young trees benefit from some selected pruning cuts — especially in the first two to five years — ...

Most plants are hardy enough to survive a cold winter, but an ice storm is in a different league. Heavy ice weighs down branches on smaller trees and shrubs, causing them to buckle and split.

Choosing the right tree for your property starts with evaluating your planting site's conditions. Research tree species that match your site's sunlight, soil, and size limitations. Inspect potential ...

A Chinese proverb says that the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, and the second best time is today. But it’s not easy to ensure the trees of today actually become the healthy, functioning ...