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

Pruning fruit trees allows for better air circulation, plant growth, and fruit quality. November is a great time to prune as ...

Nothing looks prettier than a snow-covered tree in winter. Beneath the surface, however, that same tree could be suffering ...

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

The Bay Area is entering a weak La Niña winter, which typically means a drier-than-average season. However, the National ...

Finding a Christmas tree to cut down has been tricky lately, thanks to hot, dry weather as well as more people wanting a ...

Sacramento’s plan to double its tree canopy by 2045 could cost an extra $12 million a year. The city already has a ...

Loose pruning shears are more than just a hassle; they can actually harm your plants' health with uneven cuts. Luckily, ...

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida about petunias, ponytail plants, grapefruit and peach trees, crotons, ...

Plant pathologists at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) studied nearly 30 palm ...

Large trees often develop surface roots that can damage sidewalks, mower blades, and tree health. Mulch 2–3 inches deep to cover roots safely and reduce maintenance without harming the tree. Never cut ...

This week's gardening column tackles "heeling in" plants for the winter, when to prune rosebushes and how to keep squirrels from eating tulip bulbs.