Don’t put a lemon tree in a pot that is too large. “Choose a pot that is about 15% larger in volume than the current pot the lemon is in,” Fleming says. Putting a lemon tree in an oversized container ...

Root rot occurs when roots are dark and soil is mushy. The most common cause is overwatering. To treat, repot the plant and adjust watering frequency.

Avocados are notoriously hard to grow particularly in heavy soil (clay). This video shows a great example of how to plant an ...

For most types of trees, "Correct root flare height and exposure is probably the most important consideration when planting," Vaughan says. If planted too deep, the tree won't root into the soil as ...

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 ...

"Root rot" might be the two most dreadful words in the gardening language. Healthy shrubs and flowers afflicted with root rot suddenly start to decline, and the next thing you know, they've collapsed ...

Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As ...

Michigan is the nation’s third-largest producer of Christmas trees.This season, growers are working hard to keep up wit ...