Growing Plants

Orange trees are popular for both their appearance and fruit. Everyone loves having freshly picked oranges on the table in the summer. But orange trees come with their own set of problems, and no...

The ziziphus, commonly known as the Chinese apple or Buffalo thorn, is a small tree that produces small edible fruits similar to the taste of a tart apple. These trees, hardy to zone 6, grow a...

The Kwanzan cherry tree is primarily an ornamental tree. It is a small tree that bears beautiful clusters of pink flowers in the spring and golden yellow leaves in the fall. It likes full sun and...

To grow a lemon tree in a pot without making a mess requires a little preparation. Discover the best way to grow a lemon tree in a pot with tips from a third-generation flower grower in this free...

Growing a garden under a pine tree may seem like a landscaping nightmare. Competition for moisture and nutrients, as well as lack of sunlight and acidic soil, limit the possibilities of a garden....

There are several hardy types of banana trees that can be grown for their ornamental value. There are now many species of hardy banana trees on the market: perhaps the hardiest is the Musa Basjoo...

Oak trees are beautiful landscape trees. Unfortunately, they are heavy feeders, don't like to have their roots disturbed and shade the ground under and around their trunks. Grass is also a heavy...

Keeping bees away from apple trees will prevent the bees from pollinating the apple tree and producing apples. Keep bees away from people instead of trees by covering the skin in lavender or...

Chestnut trees can be started by the nuts or by a root. Plant them in full, hot sun using organic compost or potting soil. Harvest chestnuts from the tree when the branches are full of just barely...

Fruit trees begin a dormant period when harmful conditions are ready to begin, such as in winter. Cooler weather, decreased rainfall or shorter days can trigger a suspension of growth until it is...

The Japanese art of Bonsai is one of the fastest growing horticultural hobbies around the world. Ever since the far east opened its borders to the west, Bonsai has been growing and spreading...

Flowering plants and trees add a burst of excitement to any room. Check out your local flea market to find inexpensive plants and trees. Some colorful items include hibiscus trees, geraniums,...

Bonsai trees are beautiful little trees that you can care for and grow. However, bonsai trees are not like other plants and they need special instructions. Here are a few steps to get you started...

The cashew nut is originally from Brazil but has since been propagated in just about every tropical nation. Cashew trees like sandy soil and hot temperatures. In the right climate, they can grow...