Articles related to "Tree Care"

Enough water, a proper sized stand, cool temperatures and low-heat lights will help your Christmas tree stay fresh and reduce needle loss.

Fig trees suffer from a variety of pests and problems. Part of fig tree care is knowing what these are and learning how to prevent or cure them.

Outbreaks of bark beetles in pine forests resulting from warmer winters is also a concern for gardeners who like pines because they are evergreen.

Online purchase of real Christmas trees in and around London is easy to arrange and there are good options for collection and recycling once the holiday season is over.

Christmas trees are a festive and popular holiday decoration, setting the tone for the season. Proper selection and care will keep them merry and bright for the duration.

Christmas trees are inside for several days, sometimes weeks and this can dry them out and make them a fire hazard. Keeping the tree healthy is important to everyone.

Growing cherries in the backyard orchard is easy and rewarding. Basic tips for planting and caring for cherry trees for every home gardener.

Planting and caring for a bottlebrush (latin name: Callistemon) requires minimal upkeep but results in maximum floral beauty.

If you've ever wondered how you should prune your fruit trees or train your vines, it's worth checking out this book by gardener John Cushnie.

Mulching practices that improve and support shrub and tree health are essential for DIY landscape gardeners who want to create good-looking but money-wise projects.

It's time to use lawn rakes, but other tools will come in handy too.

Using a real tree for Christmas may be more environmentally friendly than you thought. The Ontario Forestry Association encourages you to try one this holiday season

Trees and shrubs add structural interest to the winter organic garden. Ensure they survive the season with proper maintenance.

Flowering Crabapples: "The Genus Malus" by Rev. John L. Fiala is an essential reference for those wanting to know about flowering crabapple trees in built landscapes.

Hamamelis virginiana, a North American native, brings interesting golden flowers and leaf color to the autumn landscape. It merits more use in planned landscapes.

Choosing optimal site and microclimate for Hamamelis (witch hazel) planting locations facilitates growth and generates best spring and autumn performance.

Hamamelis (witch hazel) species and varieties bring interesting forms, flower and leaf gold to temperate landscapes when gardeners least expect color and fragrance.

Multiple characteristics allow witch hazels to fill garden niches and extend landscape interest to four seasons. Effective use depends upon siting and use in a landscape.

Hamamelis vernalis, a North American native, is a two-season landscape performer with fragrant yellow spring blooms and deep yellow autumn leaves.

For most people, artificial Christmas trees can't match the glory of a live Christmas tree, but tree care is needed to retain that glory throughout Christmas.

Fresh-cut and suitably watered Christmas trees are safe trees. Here are suggestions for Christmas tree care, display, longevity and advisability of tree preservatives.

Regarding the Trees, written by Kate Klise and illustrated by M. Sarah Klise, is a perfect summer read for middle-school students and witty adults.

Ornamental spring-blooming trees can be either deciduous or evergreen. See how to grow some of the most popular spring flowering trees.

Here are some of my favorite basic books about landscape and garden design that have prominent places on my bookshelf. I reach for them first.

Artificial Christmas trees may be convenient but can never match the magic of a live Christmas tree fresh from the Christmas tree farm.

Cutting back the trees in your yard can be a satisfying and beneficial job, but you need to know what you're doing.

Many homeowners think that if their tree falls onto a neighbor's property that it's an act of God and they won't be responsible - this may not be the case.

Trees and shrubs reach consumers in ways that may result in root defects. Inspect roots and correct problems to ensure proper establishment, stress new planting guides.

Trees and shrubs need acceptable backfill, mulch, staking and pruning for good growth. New planting guides stress backfill and mulch depths to ensure good establishment.

What is the history of the Christmas tree? How does it relate to the religious and secular history of the holiday? Learn more about this old holiday custom.

During the year-end holidays, prevent accidents by following simple tips for trees and decorations.

Fresh Victoria plums made sweeter with honey and sharpened with orange are crowned with a zesty crumble. Here's a crumble recipe combining late summer seasonal fruit.

Planting a tree is a complex process and there is a lot of bad advice floating around. Nurseries may sell you products which are costly and may cause long term problems.

Rosemary, Norfolk Pine and Monterey Cypress make festive tabletop Christmas trees and gifts that can be kept as attractive houseplants after the holidays.

Mature trees provide many benefits. Their shade helps lower energy costs, and their aspect heightens land values. But builders need to plan ahead to protect these assets.

Garden centres and Christmas tree farms give a wide choice of real Xmas trees. Different Christmas tree species vary in colour and shape, and some last better than others

Of the species used for Christmas trees, some offer long life, others strong branches for ornaments, still others a pleasant fragrance or attractive color and density.

"A Red, White and Blue Christmas" is the 2008 White House Christmas Tree and Decorating theme presented by Laura Bush, December 3 at a White House Holiday Press Preview.

Some homeowners find designing and executing their own property designs a cost-effective solution. Many prefer to hire an experienced landscaper to avoid costly mistakes.

Avoid tree death in garden and urban landscapes by using appropriate planting and cultural techniques, good sense and attention to detail, especially during construction.