Gardening Basics

The Weeping Siberian Pea Tree is a native to Russia, with blooms of a beautiful bright yellow color and shaped like a delicate pea. These trees prefer a more sunny location, but will tolerate some...

A weeping willow tree is a lovely addition to any home lawn or garden. Planting a weeping willow near a septic area in your lawn is not a problem, as the weeping willow does very well in moist...

Squirrels can devastate pecan trees in just a matter of weeks and even days. This article will give you step by step instructions for keeping squirrels out of pecan trees and any tree for that...

Pine trees have a different set of rules for pruning than most other conifers do. Improper trimming can cause needle death and damage to the tree. Here is how to do it properly to shape and...

Some plants, vegetative and flowering, will grow weary over the course of several years, or even just a summer. Any bush, tree or plant is at risk for growing limp and lifeless--with brown spots,...

Mimosa trees are stunningly beautiful when in bloom. Gardeners are generally taken by their unique beauty, but at the same time loath the upkeep of these finicky trees. Unfortunately, not only do...

Mini pine trees are most closely associated with the Christmas season, but there is absolutely no reason why you can't enjoy and grow miniature pines all year round. It's no harder to care for...

Fig trees need to be protected during the colder winter months, depending on the climate where you live. If you do need to winterize your fig tree, here are some tips on how to do so.

Flowering plum trees feature beautiful green leaves, a rounded shape, light pink flowers and decadently sweet fruits. They generally reach 20 or 30 feet in height, with trunks that are 6 to...

Pear trees are beautiful with their full green branches and the delicious green or brown fruits they produce. They typically reach heights of 12 to 20 feet and have spreads as wide as they are...

Young trees are often killed by string trimmers and lawnmowers beating about the trunk. Here's a step-by-step guide to making an inexpensive and effective tree trunk protector for your freshly...

Most mature oak trees do not generally need fertilizing. Only if the tree is damaged and you are attempting to rescue it, should you consider fertilizing a mature oak tree. Young oak trees,...

If you have a pear tree, you may look at the fruit-growing season as either a blessing or a menace. Although pears can be eaten raw or made into pies, jams or jellies, pear trees produce heavy...

The coconut palm tree is a beautiful addition to a park, a backyard or other type of grounds. The trees grow well in tropical or semi-tropical climates where there is a lot of sunshine and rain....

A weeping cherry tree is most beautiful in the early spring when it blossoms. The blooms are pink or white, and the leaves are dark green in color with little change in the fall. Caring for a...

Growing a large, healthy navel orange tree requires some love and attention, but your tree will reward you by producing delicious, seedless oranges every year once it reaches maturity. Not only is...

The goal of trimming almond trees, as with any tree that produces fruit or nuts, is to maximize production. A secondary goal is to maintain the shape and overall visual appeal of the tree and to...

Dwarf pomegranate (Punica granatum) is a small tree (2 feet high) that bears bright orange and reddish trumpet-shaped flowers. The dwarf species, which has dark green leaves, is native to the...

Rosemary Christmas trees are often sold in supermarkets and nurseries around the holidays. Not only are they inexpensive holiday decorations, but they serve culinary purposes and can be used in...

Chaste trees are bushy and grow to be about 20 feet high, and they about as wide as they are tall. The leaves resemble that of a hemp tree, having many fingers protruding in all directions. The...

Transplanting a Ficus carica (fig tree) from a pot to an outdoor location will allow the tree to grow much larger and thrive. The Ficus carica is a fruit-bearing tree that produces fruit that can...

A weeping cherry tree is an example of a grafted tree that must be pruned in a special way in order to maintain the intended effect of downward arching branches emanating from a central stem or...

Tulip trees are ornamental specimens that are prized for their tulip-like blossoms. They should be planted in areas that have full sun exposure. Trees generally do not need to be fertilized on an...

Spanish moss is a beautiful plant that is mostly grown in the Southeastern area of the United States, including Louisiana, Mississippi, Florida and Alabama. It's technically qualified as a flower...

Pruning your tress is very significant not only to prevent disease and other insect infestations, but also to encourage healthy controlled growth. It is important to treat the cut areas with a...

The Black Tartarian cherry is a delicious, firm fruit with a sweet and slightly acidic flavor. The tree itself is beautiful, with its wide-reaching arms and countless white flowers in the spring....

The Italian cypress is a beautiful and hardy choice for your landscape. If you give your tree proper care, you can watch it grow as tall as 70 feet and enjoy its majestic columnar shape, fragrant...

Enjoy a taste of the ancients, figs have been enjoyed for a millennia. Now more areas of the country can grow figs in backyards thanks to newer varieties and climate changes that have left our...

Having an apple tree, whether it be single or an orchard, can bring delight during each harvest. To keep the tree(s) healthy as well as have a high yield of fruit, you need to give it attention...

Few things are as simply satisfying as picking fruit from your very own tree. Most commercial fruit is grown from cuttings and hybrids, so if you start a fruit tree from seed, you may not get the...

Placing a covering of mulch around the base of a live oak (Quercus virginiana) serves both an aesthetic and plant-helping purpose. A layer of organic mulch about 3 inches deep around the tree will...

A Victoria lime tree can make an excellent addition to the garden if you are able to plant and grow it properly. Although not commonly found in most home gardens or yards, the lime tree is fast...

Bartlett pear trees, which produce bright yellow pears, are easy to plant and will give you many generations of delicious fruit. Pears are packed full of fiber, vitamins A, B, and C, and are also...

Espalier gardening occurs when a plant is trained to grow in a pattern against a flat surface. It is striking when flowering plants are trained and even more spectacular when fruit trees are...

The avocado tree has been cultivated by people for so long that no one knows its exact botanical origin. The Aztecs grew it and their name for the fruit, aoacatl, morphed into our word "avocado." ...

A bonsai plant is a small, living tree that has been groomed for a reduced size. Properly groomed bonsai trees can still produce fruit and shed their leaves in winter. Growing and training your...

Flowering dogwood is a deciduous tree that likes cooler temperatures. Although it can tolerate full sun, it does not do well with too much heat from the sun or radiated off of nearby structures....

A cedar tree can be planted in most areas of the United States and provides a lifetime of beauty and shade. But the cedar tree is going to need a little help when it is first planted to make sure...

The Olive tree originated from Africa and holds a special place in human history for over 8000 years in its native region of the Mediterranean Basin. The Olive tree survives and thrives where...

A white cedar tree is an evergreen that can grow up to 45 feet tall if it isn't damaged by storms or pests during growth. The tree's growth rate is fairly slow, especially when grown from seed....

Hibiscus trees grow in a moderate environment, which makes them good houseplants for almost any climate. You can keep a hibiscus tree outside if it does not freeze in your area. If it does freeze,...

This is a step-by-step process of pruning a tree branch.

Identifying a mystery seedling can be a fun but challenging task. Cherry tree seedlings can be difficult to identify since they can grow in virtually any region, though they produce the best fruit...

The Canary Island Date Palm is native to the Canary Islands (hence its name). The tree has a thick trunk covered in varying diamond patterns. When pruned and maintained properly, the palm can grow...

So, you just bought a young fruit, shade or decorative tree from the Nursery or home improvement store and you want to protect it for the winter. Good for you! Fall is the best time to plant trees.

Photosynthesis is the process that all green plants and a great deal of algae and bacteria go through in order to make food for themselves. The plant takes in carbon dioxide and water which it...

Willow trees make beautiful ornaments for a pond and the wide, wispy limbs can provide privacy for your house. It is best to plant the tree in an area away from underground pipes or septic...

The Norway Maple Crimson King tree, or Acer platanoides, is the most popular street tree in the United States. However, it is not native to the United States; the Crimson King originated in Europe...

Living in the desert, water is a precious commodity and the way we choose to use water is fast becoming more critical to our survival. Do you know that 60% to 80% of the water used in states such...

Though people call many different conifers "cedars," only members of the genus Cedrus are truly cedar trees. Native species grow all over the world. Cedars are among the sturdiest and most...