Fig trees (Ficus carica) are shrubs or small trees that thrive in warm climates, tolerating droughts and heat. They are grown ...

Evergreen fruit trees, including lemon trees, other citrus varieties, and avocado, don’t require a chilling or dormant period ...

Discover a selection of stone fruit trees and others that should never be pruned in winter, along with expert advice for when ...

Take the guesswork out of harvesting with our guide on how to prune a peach tree to yield bigger, better fruit. Proper pruning at specific times helps maintain a manageable tree size and promotes ...

LUC students and staff came together this past semester to transform a local urban garden into a hands-on space for learning, experimentation, and ...

University of Minnesota Extension is offering a series of apple tree pruning workshops across the state. These workshops will take place throughout February, March and April, the time of year ...

NEARLY EVERY DAY, I eat a handful of almonds. I chew them until I’m done, and I don’t miss them when they’re gone. I eat them like they’re vitamins. Because, as everyone knows, almonds are great for ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Shelley Mitchell, Oklahoma State University (THE CONVERSATION) Pecans have a storied ...

Inspection of incoming plants by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture and USDA, plus support of the University of Hawaii ...

As farmers compare yields and earnings, cashew nuts are increasingly seen as a profitable, low-risk crop capable of restoring forest cover while delivering sustainable livelihoods.

Relative to more typical nursery stock, bare root stock is substantially less expensive, less cumbersome and less distressed from transplant.

If your tree is taller than 6 feet, cut it in half. “Collected trees are composted at the city’s compost facility,” the city said. According to the city of Modesto, Christmas trees that have been ...