These dormant trees grow strong roots.

Getting the timing wrong is one of the most common mistakes everyone makes when growing fruit trees. Some rush to plant and end up doing it at the wrong time. Others fertilize or water when it does ...

Joellen Dimond plants Swiss chard, Dianthus and pansies; and Mr. D. discusses planting fruit trees. This week on The Family Plot: Gardening in the Mid-South, University of Memphis Director of ...

Prune fruit trees in late winter or during early spring dormancy for faster healing and stronger growth. Prune lightly in summer to shape trees, but avoid fall or early winter cuts that risk cold ...

The clocks edge back, borders empty, and yet allotments hum with quiet urgency. Growers whisper about a two-tree trick. As nights lengthen, a narrow window remains for a clever upgrade to small plots ...

Remove leaves, windfall fruit, and weeds around trees, and mulch for soil insulation. Protect trees with tree guards, fencing, and frequent applications of a deterrent. Fertilize only if a soil test ...

Early planting timing strengthens roots before spring Keep reading on The WiC Project Lifestyle Blog & Miriam's Boutique: ...