Planting a tree involves more than just digging a hole and dropping it in. Proper techniques can help a tree grow stronger and live longer. Fall is the ideal season for tree planting because the ...

Proper tree planting techniques, according to University of Minnesota tree specialists, include digging a hole wide enough for roots to spread out but not too deep — the tree root flare where the ...

For many home gardeners, spring is an opportunity to participate in tree planting for shade, enjoyment, and for wildlife. It is important to remember that success starts long before a shovel hits the ...

Before planting, knock off the soil around the tree’s roots, which, in container trees, typically includes peat moss and perlite or a light mix. Bare-root trees will not have any soil around the roots ...

Before you plant a tree, think about the mature size in 30 to 50 years. While you may be planting a small tree now, a ...

Lee County Electric Company included a flyer in their latest bill discussing the issue of trees near power lines. When ...

Before you plant that expensive nursery-bought tree, look closely at the drawing in this article. Big changes have occured in recent years regarding how best to plant trees. The saucer-planting ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WJW) — You can’t expect success if you don’t plant correctly — that’s according to AJ Petitti, President of Petitti Garden Centers. In this edition of Dig This AJ explains to Fox 8’s ...

Grow your own peach tree with this step-by-step guide.

Happy New Year! I wish you a year filled with flowers, fruits and fabulous gardening! This is the best time of year for adding new plants to your garden. The air is cool, the sun is soft, and rain is ...

URBANA — Trees are essential to nature’s landscape and our daily lives. Understanding and providing proper and routine maintenance is important to ensure their best life and healthier urban forest.