Why Plants Require Fertilizer Fertilizers, compost, and aged manure provide essential nutrients such as nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus necessary for plant growth and development. Additionally, ...

While it might not be as dramatic as a towering, decades-old fruit tree, the Greensleeves apple tree is a perfect pick for ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

For avocado trees, Di Lallo recommends a typical houseplant potting soil with some added perlite or pumice to promote aeration. When it comes to the perfect container, an unglazed terracotta pot will ...

One effective way to keep your fruit trees healthy is to support their soil. Healthy soil provides essential nutrients and ...

Some of the flowers, such as petunias, that you enjoyed into June will probably not tolerate the heat and humidity of summer.

Another option is to use a plastic bucket, such as an old 5-gallon paint bucket or any plastic container about that size. Use ...

In my opinion, the easiest fruit to grow in Southeast Texas is the fig—by far! Common figs ( Ficus carica) are unique because ...

Here is a step-by-step guide for growing a peach tree from seed, from seed selection, preparation, and cold treatment to planting and peach tree care.