Birch and poplars produce scaly, pendulous catkins, which are their flowers. Wish that we had honeysuckle as these too can be ...
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when you pluck a sun-warmed peach or a crisp apple directly from a tree you ...
DANVILLE — Just because you don't see fruit growing in the winter, that doesn't mean work stops around the orchard. Calvin ...
Its officially time to prune your fruit trees! I know it seems like an odd time to be pruning your apple, pear, plum, and cherries, but the deep part of winter is the perfect time to start trimming.
Before outdoor work ramps up, indoor plants benefit from a simple February cleanout.
Smaller gardens and yards need smaller trees. These evergreen trees, both conifers and broadleaf, won't grow too tall. Learn more about medium-sized evergreen trees.
A guide to when and how to prune fan-trained fruit trees for healthy trees and bumper crops, including tips for training ...
The first time I saw an espaliered peach tree spread-eagled against a brick wall, I was shocked. The branches had been pinioned in place and forced to adhere to an arbitrary growth habit that seemed ...
Fruit plants can bring soluble fiber, the kind that gels in water and helps slow digestion, into everyday meals, and they turn patios and backyards into small orchards at the same time. From quick ...
Special guest Robin Adair from Arbour Crest Tree Services has some tips on tree preservation, dealing with pests, watering ...
New Jersey transplants Steve Butler and Liesl Carlson are bringing the joy of learning traditional handiwork — from wood ...
February is the ideal time to prune certain plants while they’re still dormant, encouraging healthier growth and better ...