Use clean pruners to make a cut at a 45-degree angle near the end of the branch. Trim the tip of the branch straight across ...

Choose a small, self-fertile pear variety and plant it in a roomy pot with good soil so it can grow well inside. Give your ...

The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

This resilient fruit tree adapts to almost any soil, fills your garden with color, and produces antioxidant-rich fruits for a ...

Fruit trees can yield abundance for your home, if propagated correctly. Instead of using seeds, consider these four methods for reproducing high yield plants.

Starfruit trees need a lot of sunlight to grow well, so make sure your balcony gets at least six hours of direct sunlight ...

Winter can be harsh on trees that have been planted within the last five years. Learn how to give young trees the special care they need in winter for stronger growth.

Fortunately, there are some easy ways to dispose of your real Christmas tree. A simple way to get your Christmas tree out of ...

If you want to grow an olive tree indoors, you absolutely can. You just need to get the right variety and make sure it has ...

Pruning fruit trees helps maintain size and shape, and it's the best way to control your crop. Here's when to prune fruit trees by season and type of tree.

Growing a lemon tree indoors lets you enjoy fresh citrus year-round, even without outdoor space or a warm climate. Choose compact varieties like Meyer or Ponderosa lemons, which stay small but still ...

As we approach the new year, I find myself thinking about fresh starts in the garden.