Pick cherries from a new tree as soon as possible by planting it at the right time and giving it a strong start.

Olive trees need full sun, which is considered 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. They grow well indoors in a bright ...

Question: I’d like to grow my own fruit trees, but I’m short on space. Can I grow fruit trees in containers? Answer: We’re happy to say yes, you can. One of the great pleasures in life is picking ...

When you plant your magnolia tree in a pot, you can place them on your patio, balcony, or even keep them indoors. Just make sure the pot is the right size.

Avocado trees are very easy to grow from the pit, and they're perfect for beginners. With the right process, you could get ...

Plant the tree and backfill with the excavated soil, then top with 1 to 2 inches of compost. Tamp the ground to remove air ...

Our fishing friend, Pablo Torres, has been growing fruit trees in containers for several years. He has a variety of healthy fruit trees in large, sturdy nursery-style pots. Pablo has been gardening at ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti and ...

With the cost of avocados constantly rising, never mind the food miles accrued from shipping and the social issues surrounding avocado farming, the thought of growing your own guacamole base is ...

If horticulture has a fine art, growing plants in containers would be it. Plants in containers are completely dependent on us. The health of a container-grown plant is an indication of the care ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Learn how to grow vegetables, fruits and herbs in a contained space. You don’t need land to be a farmer. With the right kind of sun, ...

For several years now, I've had a birdbath on the concrete patio just beyond my living room (I have a heating element for the winter). It's very convenient for me to dump out the water on the grass ...