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 ...

Start with the right pot size. Young fruit trees should generally be potted in a 5- to 10-gallon container. Gradually ...

Instead of spitting out orange seeds and discarding them, it's possible to grow your own trees. Germination and planting is ...

No garden? You can still grow your own delicious fruit—just pick cultivars suitable for growing indoors. These are the ones ...

Question: I want to plant fruit trees but I have a very small yard. Would you recommend an espalier? If so, which trees work the best and how do I start? Answer: An espalier (pronounced ess-pah-lee-AY ...

Growing an apple tree indoors is rewarding because the right dwarf variety, pot, and care can give you fresh fruit year-round ...

Careful garden planning can maximize the benefit for butterflies, bees and other pollinators, even in a small space. This ...

Having a black cherry tree in your yard may sound nice, but there are some major cons you'll need to consider that could ...

Experts say winter gardens can still flourish, with hardy plants thriving in the cold and January perfect for certain pruning ...

In Louisiana, January tends to be a cool (this year frigid), wet (including snow last week) month, providing ideal conditions for planting trees. By April, things are already warming up here, and it’s ...