The recent heat wave that swept across much of the country is a good reminder to take extra care of our plants and ourselves as temperatures climb. Extreme temperatures can take their toll even on ...

For avocado trees, Di Lallo recommends a typical houseplant potting soil with some added perlite or pumice to promote aeration. When it comes to the perfect container, an unglazed terracotta pot will ...

In July, “June gloom” gives way to summer heat. Days are long. Tomatoes finally ripen. Summer fruits are warm on the tree.

I challenge the thought that from July 1 until the end of August nothing can be done in the garden. My suggestion is that you ...

Plants can't survive without water. But too much or too little causes problems. More plants have been killed by improper ...

But if your tree is lacking this season, it may be because of how often you're watering it. Peach trees need moist soil but are susceptible to fungal disease, so not waiting long enough for the soil ...