I recently bought two 12-foot shade trees in large containers. Do I need to stake them? How long? My neighbor still has stakes on some trees planted two or three years ago. It sounds like you have not ...

It seems pretty simple to plant a tree. Dig a hole. Drop in a tree. Fill the hole. Add water. Go back inside and have a beer. What could go wrong? Yet year after year, we see trees planted incorrectly ...

Have you noticed new trees planted in yards or around new construction? If trees aren’t staked correctly, injury or death could occur. Most of this information will focus on trees (which are totally ...

Cool month is ideal for adding bare root deciduous fruit trees, vines, roses and shrubs — and harvesting citrus ...

Research plants before purchasing to understand their mature size, sun tolerance, and suitability for your landscape. When planting, dig a wide, shallow hole and ensure the base of the plant's trunk ...

From protecting plants after winter snow to knowing when to stop watering, these practical gardening tips help set the stage ...

With winter fast approaching, it might be hard to conjure up a mental image of your yard in springtime. Well, now is actually a great time of year to start planning ahead for spring tree planting in ...

When I lived in New York City, the view from my kitchen window was framed by a tremendous scarlet oak (Quercus coccinea) who towered over the brick homes below — a 150-year-old remnant from before the ...