Plant the pit: After stratification, fill a small pot with well-draining potting soil. Plant the pit about 1 inch deep in the soil. Water the soil and place the pot in a sunny location. Keep the soil ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Last week, we explored why fall is a great season for planting trees in Northeast Ohio and how to select a tree. But for the tree to thrive, you have to plant it correctly and give ...

The pounding of rain or hail and the fury of wind test the strength of a tree’s limbs, trunk and root system. During a storm homeowners can only watch helplessly and hope that their tree survives. The ...

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 ...

I am following up on my previous column: "Planting depth critical for transplant success" (Napa Valley Register Week of February 6-12, 2025). The focus was mostly on that one aspect of planting trees ...

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 ...

Cultivating a tropical giant inside a living room requires more than just placing a pit in a jar of water. While the novelty ...

Tree planting season has begun in Oklahoma. The time of year between the fall and spring is the best time to plant because it gives the tree time to establish roots before the hot summer months.

Question: Crape myrtles have been beautiful in our landscape. If we prune off the faded flower stems do the plants produce more blooms? Answer: Get ready for another round of flowers if you trim off ...

Hurricane season is ramping up. In Louisiana, we know the drill: It’s time to pick up some extra canned goods and batteries, make sure the generator cranks and think over evacuation plans. But your ...