If you have a lovely collection of succulents in your home, you're probably aware that they really don't demand that much attention to stay in tip-top shape. As long as you know how to water ...

Someone once said: “Life is like a rose garden — watch for the thorns and keep the pest dust handy.” Marin Master Gardener rose experts advise that in addition to pest dust, another way to enhance the ...

Now is a good time to prune shrubs and deciduous trees. Here are some pruning tips: Prune to remove dead, diseased and damaged branches. This type of pruning can be done any time of the year.

For many gardeners, tending to their yard is a relaxing and rewarding way to spend time outdoors. But for others, keeping up ...

Q. What is the difference between winter pruning and summer pruning for fruit trees? Does it really make a difference in fruit production? Winter pruning is done during the tree’s dormant period when ...

Orcharding requires effort, but the resulting yields of fresh fruit make it all worthwhile. One of the most important aspects of growing fruit trees is pruning. This applies to large commercial and ...

Hibiscus plants brighten up gardens with their big, colorful flowers that herald summer. Correct pruning of hibiscus is crucial for maximizing the vibrant blooms in late summer and into fall. To begin ...

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Before plants leaf out for the spring, it’s a good idea to take some time for maintenance tasks in the garden. Here are two important items to put on your to-do list: pruning and fertilizing your ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Asparagus fern growing in a field Asparagus are low-maintenance perennial vegetables that are capable of providing you with ...

Often folks will question why hydrangeas did not bear as many flowers as hoped over the years. Pruning might be one avenue to investigate. I have seen all kinds of hydrangeas over the years, and ...

A healthy collection of different succulents in pots on a bench near a window - Kenz_Hanson/Shutterstock If you have a lovely collection of succulents in your home ...