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The Post oak tree thrives in a dry, sandy habitat and is differentiated from other oaks because of the under surface of its leaves. Discover the post oak tree with tips from an ecologist in this...

The Prickly Pear cactus retains water easily, so it can survive in dry, sandy climates easily. Learn about the prickly pear cactus with tips from an ecologist in this free video on Texas trees.

Tree species in the Lost Pines Forest include the Eastern juniper, the Loblolly pine, the Post oak, the Bluejack and the Yaupon tree. Identify the tree species in the Lost Pines Forest with tips...

The Yaupon tree is a part of the evergreen holly family, and its berries are inedible by humans but are enjoyed by birds. Discover the Yaupon tree with tips from an ecologist in this free video on...

The Bluejack oak tree thrives in a dry habitat, and it is part of the red oak group that exhibits hard bark and pointed tips on the leaves. Discover the Bluejack oak tree with tips from an...

The Eastern juniper tree is commonly mistaken for a cedar tree, but it belongs to the evergreen family and produces small cones. Learn about the Eastern juniper tree with tips from an ecologist in...

The Lost Pines Forest ecotone is an area where two different ecosystems butt up against one another to create a shared zone. Explore the Lost Pines Forest ecotone with tips from an ecologist in...

The Loblolly pine tree is identified by its needles and pine cones, and it contributes greatly to the Texas economy. Find out about the Loblolly pine tree with tips from an ecologist in this free...

Outdoor citrus trees require deep applications of water, whereas inside citrus trees need more frequent watering because the soil dries out faster. Keep citrus trees properly hydrated with tips...

Pruning dormant trees involves not pruning too early in the winter, pruning only on dry days to prevent fungal problems and not pruning in the middle of the branch. Pruning can detrimental to a...

Pruning fruit trees depends on the time of year and type of tree, as each one should be pruned differently at various times of the year. Whether pruning a peach tree or cherry tree, pruning fruit...

Pine trees need to be pruned in the springtime and should not be pruned halfway down but all the way back to the trunk to prevent the loss of middle inner needles. Keep pine trees healthy with...

When purchasing trees online, be sure to find out how it's handled between the time it leaves the nursery and gets to the destination and research a company's shipping process for any guarantees....

Fruit trees need to be fertilized no later than six weeks before they bloom, but avoid over fertilizing them to prevent bug and fungal infestation. Discover why fertilizing fruit trees at the...

Australian tea trees are typically grown in coastal areas, require the use of organic matter when planting and should not be moved. Australian tea trees can thrive in the right environment with...

Growing grapefruit trees requires a mild climate, organic matter like peat moss due to its acidity and plenty of water and sunlight. Get a grapefruit tree to thrive, sometimes with a little...

Lemon trees are tropical trees and can grow outside or inside a large pot with holes in the bottom, but they require plenty of water. Enjoy picking juicy lemons from a planted lemon tree with tips...

Orange trees are like other tropical trees and require organic matter in the soil, plenty of water with dry outs between and sunlight to grow. Learn more about growing an orange tree to bear...

When buying shrubs and trees, it is wise to prepare the area so the plants fit, buy them from a reputable nursery with a guarantee and look over the plant first. Purchase shrubs and trees that...

Fuji apple trees do not require specialized care other than needing 300 to 400 chill hours, meaning the length of time the tree needs to be dormant in temperatures of 45 degrees or below. Grow a...

Caring for orange trees involves growing them outdoors in a mild climate and letting the top of the soil dry out a few inches before watering it. Bring an orange tree to life with a quality...

Citrus trees like commercial fertilizers with nitrogen, phosphate and potassium, but also need micro-nutrients such as magnesium, zinc and sometimes iron. Keep a citrus tree well fertilized to...

Evergreen trees do not need commercial fertilizer and require plenty of sun, lots of water and possibly a tablespoon or two of nitrogen. Get evergreen trees to thrive with tips from a gardening...

Dead wood needs to be pruned from a citrus tree so that the growth goes upwards and toward the sun. Find out how a citrus tree can be pruned 12 months out of the year with help from the owner of a...

Orange tree pruning is necessary for getting out dead wood and shaping the tree so that the limbs grow towards the sun. Use a fine saw blade when pruning larger limbs on an orange tree with help...

It's important to be tender when peeling an orange so that cuts aren't made into the orange's membrane. Save every bit of orange that can be saved through the peeling process with help from the...

Grafting is done to orange trees so that the trees reproduce, and this procedure is done by using a bud graft. Learn how to fuse a bud into a seedling when grafting oranges with help from the...

The first thing to do when growing lemon trees from seeds is cutting a lemon open and finding the seeds. Grow a lemon tree with well-drained soil that is kept moist with help from the owner of a...

Meyer lemon trees are grown indoors by using a rooted cutting, rather than grafting the tree. Make sure to provide light when growing a Meyer lemon tree indoors with help from the owner of a plant...

Harvesting and storing lemons is as simple as cutting them open, squeezing the juice out and putting them in a freezer in some sort of container. Put a lemon in a refrigerator to store it for 30...

In order for citrus and oranges to get a longer shelf life, they need to be kept cool in a refrigerator. Get 14 to 20 days out of a freshly picked orange with help from the owner of a plant...

When oranges or other citrus are harvested, they should be turned 90 degrees sideways. Make sure that the button remains when pulling an orange off of a tree with help from the owner of a plant...

The history of the apple tree dates back thousands of years, beginning in the Nile river valley and throughout Europe and the Middle East. Find out how apples made it to America with information...

Plant grapes in the winter or early spring before they begin to grow and bloom, or else fruit may be lost for that year. Avoid pruning grape plants too much by leaving the plant a few feet tall...

The best time to transplant mums is after they have finished blooming, generally in the late fall or even the middle of winter. Prune chrysanthemums back to the greenery once they turn brown using...

Trim viburnum back one third every year after the flowers are done blooming, but before the plant sets out seed pods. Prune viburnum in the late summer or early fall to get the best results for...

The main reason that hedges get pruned is to give them a shape and keep them from looking scraggly and ugly. Help hedges look healthier by getting rid of dead branches with tips from a sustainable...

Oranges in Florida were brought by Spanish conquistadors because North America and South America didn't have citrus. Discover where oranges are believed to have originated with help from the owner...

To prune overgrown miniature roses, cut them back one third each year after the plant is done blooming in the late fall. Trim dead branches on miniature roses to encourage new growth with advice...

Start daylilies from seeds by sprouting the seeds on a wet paper towel in a dark area and then planting the sprouts in the ground with a seed starter mix of soil. Water daylily plants well, but...

To stop a tree from growing, try pruning it back one third every fall, but understand that there is little that can be done without killing the tree. Avoid planting very large trees near a house...

Transplant and care for hibiscus by carefully removing the entire root system and planting them in an area with hot sun and good drainage. Water hibiscus plants heavily, but let them dry out...

Transplant echinacea in the fall after the foliage has turned brown by digging up the root and stems with a shovel. Replant echinacea plants in full, hot sun, in an area with good drainage and...

Grow plum tress in a sunny area with good drainage by purchasing a plum tree root stock that can begin growing right away. Trim plum trees back one third each year to keep them looking full and...

Prune daisies for the winter by cutting green plants back half way and trimming brown, slimy plants down to the ground so that they will grow back in the spring. Learn how daisies will probably...

Prune neglected apple trees by cutting them back one third every year, leaving the main branches, but getting rid of scraggly side branches. Learn to prune apple trees into a circular shape...

Hollyhocks can grown in almost any climate as long as they are provided with water, sun and composted soil. Because they can multiply easily, only grow hollyhocks in containers, or be sure to cut...

To grow palm trees indoors, provide a lot of sun or artificial light, plant them in good composted soil with lots of drainage area, water them heavily and let them dry out between watering. Avoid...

When growing lemon grass, start the seeds in a glass of water until roots form and then transfer the plant into the ground, keeping the area well watered. Give lemon grass plants lots of light and...

Grow a pear tree by planting a root stem in winter or late fall, providing full, hot sun and an area with good drainage. Wait three to five years after planting a pear tree for fruit to develop in...