That scar is an artifact of a process called grafting, or fusing two separate pieces of wood into a new tree. From citrus to peaches, almost all fruit trees are grafted, and so are pecans. Some ...

PIPESTONE — The Pipestone County Master Gardeners will host three different sessions on apple and pear tree grafting — at 9 a ...

Veggies aren't the only food you can grow on your own. But if you're going to grow fruit, avoid growing some of these tree ...

If left to their own devices, most apple trees grow into large, globe-shaped trees, with the best fruit forming on the tree’s outer perimeter, high above convenient apple-picking height.

In an effort to promote conservation, stabilize soil, provide wildlife habitat and filter water, conservation districts ...

If you’re looking for some native plants to add to your yard or garden this spring, an upcoming sale in Ottawa County has you covered.

Growing fruiting apple trees in your yard? Consider growing these companion plants nearby to help ensure you enjoy a ...

Peonies put on a show in springtime with their beautiful and fragrant blooms. But the best time to plant peonies is in the fall. Learn more about planting and caring for peonies.

Discover whether you should fertilize your trees and learn about the benefits, timing, and methods of tree fertilization.

San Diego has the perfect set of environmental conditions for fig trees to thrive. Gardeners who want a fig tree in their ...

Increasing daylength and warmer days tells us spring is not far off. While certainly too early for any outdoor planting or ...

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about specific apple tree sprays and commiserated about fake hosta seeds.