Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As temperatures drop and leaves fall, gradually reduce watering and stop once the ...

Newly planted container-grown trees need daily watering for several weeks, then twice weekly through the first summer and fall, and weekly for the following two summers. Ball and burlap trees require ...

If a plant is sad, do you think other plants photo-sympathize with it? Trees, shrubs and other plants can easily become sad in the fall if their roots are struggling in dry soil. Ensuring that woody ...

Plant trees and shrubs at least 6 to 8 weeks before the expected first fall frost. Water new trees and shrubs regularly and deeply until the first frost and mulch well. Install tree guards and tree ...

Proper care now contributes to success next spring. As autumn settles over Iowa, it’s easy to think gardening season is winding down. But for trees — especially those newly planted — fall is a ...

But certain trees are still putting on a show with their beautiful evergreen foliage, raising the question of whether winter ...

So, you picked out the perfect place to add a tree this fall. Since most nurseries and garden centers have trees and shrubs on sale that they don’t want to overwinter, this is a good time to pick out ...