Most of the plants that you'll put in your yard or garden have a one year or less. Trees, however, represent a long term commitment. The type of tree that you choose will be with you for many years to come.
If you're looking for a tree that will provide a return on that long-term investment, you'll be looking for a fruit tree. The type of fruit tree you choose will depend on several factors. Consideration #1 - climate.
Apple trees grow well in the northern parts of the US. Drop a little lower and peach and avocado trees are popular. Here in the south, we've got citrus trees - orange, lemon, grapefruit.
Archive for August, 2010
Planting Trees for the Long Term
August 27th, 2010 Ronald A. Rowe | Fruits, GardeningPet-Safe Gardening
August 20th, 2010 TJ Davis | Gardening
Keeping a lush and lovely garden in the presence of pets can be a challenge. Animals have a tendency to want to munch on the green stuff, but some plants, pesticides and herbicides can be toxic for your pets. To maintain a safe and beautiful lawn and garden area, try these pet-friendly tips:
Using a natural herbicide, such as vinegar or the oils extracted from the leaves of the black walnut tree can help you avoid unwanted chemical exposure for your pets. Likewise, using homemade remedies to eradicate garden pests can help protect your beloved animals. A couple of tablespoons of dishwashing liquid mixed with water in
Using a natural herbicide, such as vinegar or the oils extracted from the leaves of the black walnut tree can help you avoid unwanted chemical exposure for your pets. Likewise, using homemade remedies to eradicate garden pests can help protect your beloved animals. A couple of tablespoons of dishwashing liquid mixed with water in
Fruit Trees for Desert Gardens
August 13th, 2010 TJ Davis | Gardening
Unless you live in very low desert regions, lemon, lime, orange and other citrus trees are not recommended. However, some wonderful fruit trees are suited for higher desert climes. All of these include varieties that are self-pollinating and need a good winter chill for continued fruit production year over year.
Cherries are a popular choice in the higher elevations of the southwest. Their lovely pink and white blossoms adorn the branches in spring or early summer, depending on the variety. As a rule of thumb, sour cherries tend to be self-pollinating while the sweet ones are not. So if you plan to plant sweet cherry varieties, make
Cherries are a popular choice in the higher elevations of the southwest. Their lovely pink and white blossoms adorn the branches in spring or early summer, depending on the variety. As a rule of thumb, sour cherries tend to be self-pollinating while the sweet ones are not. So if you plan to plant sweet cherry varieties, make
Vacation Time
August 6th, 2010 Ronald A. Rowe | Flowers, Fruits, Gardening, Vegetables
You've worked hard on your garden. You've spent months cultivating those tiny seedlings. You've banished weeds and bugs as best you could. Your toil has been rewarded with some fruits, but there's still more on the vine. And now... vacation time.
If you're relatively new to gardening, it can be a worrisome thing to let go of your garden for a week. You've been its caretaker, and it has been your hobby and your respite from the busyness of modern life. Now you've got to give it up to the care of either another person or to providence. Either case can be concerning.
There is another option. With
If you're relatively new to gardening, it can be a worrisome thing to let go of your garden for a week. You've been its caretaker, and it has been your hobby and your respite from the busyness of modern life. Now you've got to give it up to the care of either another person or to providence. Either case can be concerning.
There is another option. With
