There is an old adage that says the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago and the second-best time is today. That rings true in autumn in Greater Columbus as September and October can be the best ...

Dogwood trees are a bit picky about water; they prefer consistently moist, but not saturated, soil that drains well. Newly ...

Just because autumn begins in a few short weeks, there’s no reason to stop gardening and improving your home and landscape. Autumn is the best time to plant new trees in the landscape and to improve ...

The best time to plant a peach tree was 10 years ago, but the second-best time is today. Well, only if "today" is in the fall. Compared to other fruit trees, a peach tree can be delicate, so it's ...

Originating from Asia, pear trees grow quickly and don't come with nearly the same amount of pest issues that apples do. As such, pears are relatively stress-free and will thrive in a wide variety of ...

Did you know that a tropical-tasting fruit can grow as far north as Michigan? Pawpaws (Asimina triloba) are an old-fashioned tree that produces fruit that's so tasty, you have to wonder why growing ...

Question: Is it best to plant trees and shrubs in the spring or fall? It seems like there are more plants available in the nurseries in the spring. Sue B., Tulsa You are correct that selections are ...

For those thinking about adding a tree or shrub to their landscape, fall is a great time while the soil is still warm to plant many different types of ornamentals. There are a few exceptions for some ...

How are you doing on your fall vegetable garden? The soil should have been prepared by incorporating 2 inches of compost and 10 cups of slow release 19-05-09 fertilizer into each 100-square feet ...