Having delivered the purchased plants to your home it’s time to think about where you’ll plant them. As a rule, citrus trees prefer sunny spots where the soil is well drained. It’s not a must that you have a fully fledged garden to grow these trees; people have planted them in wi...
Dwarf lime trees remain less than ten feet tall, so they’re perfect forcontainer growingand sunny indoor areas. Not only do they produce tasty fruit, but they also act as a conversation-starting houseplant! Stick with me tolearn how to plant and care for these tiny citrus trees. ...
The foliage boughs will arch, then bend downward all the way to ground level. Trim the tips sparingly, keeping them just a few inches above the ground. Prune the branches in varying lengths for a more natural look or uniformly for a formal appearance. Conduct pruning in the late winter or...
Trim the roots by about two thirds. This seems extreme, but controlling root growth is an essential element in creating and maintaining bonsai. Given time and care, the tree will adjust to its new circumstances. To continue with water, soil and sun for your bonsai, head over to the next ...
Pruning promotes tree health and allows gardeners to shape and control the size of the tree. Red oaks (Quercus rubra) is not hard to prune when young, but mature trees can reach up to 90 feet, so those with tall red oaks should consider hiring a tree tri
Harvest when the plant has formed at least 5-6 healthy leaves, 3-4 inches long. The best method is the “cut and come again method.” For this, pick the outer leaves first and leave the new inner leaves so that they continue to grow or trim the whole plant at the base with a kni...
What do you do if you have eucalyptus trees dropping huge piles of leaves in your yard? While some sources on the internet claim that their toxicity prohibits their use in compost or as mulch, this information is inaccurate. According to theUniversity of Californiaresearch, they can be used ...
Trim vegetation: Keep bushes, trees, and other plants trimmed back from the pool area to reduce ant access points. Seal cracks: Repair any cracks or gaps in the pavement or pool structure through which ants can enter. Monitor moisture levels: Make sure the surrounding area is well-drained, ...
You’ll need to trim small branches from trees once their color has changed, but before the leaves fall. Twist the branches around a wire wreath frame, and fix in place with florist’s wire. Build up enough branches to get a good coverage, then add other decorations. Pinecones enhance ...
Trim off any damaged or diseased branch or branches as soon as possible. Make a clean cut at the breaking point of damaged branches. You may also choose to remove the entire branch—just consider the overall appearance of the tree. Remove diseased branches completely (do not leave a stub)....