Before actually planting, select a sunny location and an appropriate tree for the local climate and for the specific site. With respect to soil characteristics, drainage is essential, writes columnist ...

CORVALLIS — It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the ...

To remove a branch, use a three-cut method that protects both you and the tree. Making the cut this way will prevent the branch from tearing away and ripping bark from the trunk. Ripped-off bark makes ...

“The olive tree is an elegant, evergreen tree, perfect for giving your garden that Mediterranean feel ,” explains Nigel ...

Fiddle leaf figs are known for their large, violin-shaped leaves and tall, branching growth habit. These attractive ...

Fruit trees have gotten established in their current homes and uprooting them after two years would be a big setback.

As late February approaches, commercial orchard owners, home growers and researchers prepare for the inevitable task of pruning.

There are two types of pruning cuts for fruit trees -- heading and thinning -- and which you use depends on what type of tree you’re trimming.

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With snow on the ground, you may not be thinking about your lawn or garden. But late February and early March is the time to ...

I started a home garden with tomatoes, okra, peppers, and berries to help offset my family's expenses. I've learned a lot ...

If you would like to know how to prune a massive amount of fruit trees fast and easy then this is the video to watch! Here are my 10 top tips on how to prune a lot of fruit trees to that they will ...