If you’re planning to plant or transplant a tree or shrub, it’s best to do it in the next month or so to avoid the heat and drought of summer. “Give them time to get settled in while it’s still ...

When it comes to transplanting shrubs or small trees, the first rule is: Plan first, so you only have to do it once. “Plants can’t stand to be moved repeatedly,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge ...

Marquez notes that citrus trees grow very slowly and may take up to 10 years from seed to become fruit-bearing. However, growing an orange tree from seed produces a beautiful tree with glossy ...

The month of August is the start of dormancy for some plants as hot dry weather stops their growth. This is not a good month to move or transplant perennials, trees or shrubs, but with enough care – ...

One of the things I have learned over years of hiking countless mountain miles is the ‘trail principle’. When hoping to get from point A to point B, I’ve tried (and failed) applying the mathematical ...