We recently used fertilizer spikes to perform fall fertilization for our fruit trees and two-year old evergreen trees. Fertilizer spikes are certainly convenient, but are they the best method of ...

Nothing enhances the look of a lawn like lush, beautiful trees. While sunlight and proper watering are two key ingredients for healthy growth, so is the right mix of nutrients. If your soil is lacking ...

Q: I planted 7 queen palms in decomposed granite with the help of jack hammers 20 years ago. There are rocks over the roots that have been gently cleaned with Roundup over the years. The palms have ...

Is there an important difference between fertilizing evergreen, pine and arborvitae trees with those fertilizer "spikes" as opposed to granular fertilizer? Is one more effective than the other? Do ...

Planting palms in the landscape is a common practice for homeowners who want to create a more tropical landscape here in Northeast Florida. While one may think of a palm as a tree, it is actually more ...

A friend sent me a photo of a "bald" palm tree ( Trachycarpus wagnerianus ). I've never seen anyone remove the fuzz from the trunk, but it's pretty cool. Makes me think of the tall palms in drier, ...

Q: I have a palm tree that is starting to shed its outer layer. It looks terrible. We were told about 10 years ago not to skin palm trees because of borers. Is this correct? A: I am not sure which ...