Keep mulch three to six inches away from tree trunks to prevent bark damage and allow air to circulate. Spread it evenly and ...

Trees lost many surface roots in drought but grew more deep roots that reached wetter soil. Fungal partners helped roots take up water.

Volatile compounds drifting on the breeze. Electrical pulses firing under bark. Scientists are discovering that trees are ...

Learn how to handle common yard woes, from live oak driveway roots and rabbits eating shrubs to crabgrass and overgrown hedges.

Here's what you need to know to keep your live Christmas tree looking fresh and healthy all holiday season long.

So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for kids, but it’s also very easy.

So, you want to grow an avocado tree from seed? It’s not only a fun off-season activity, especially for kids, but it’s also very easy. Just know that since avocados are tropical plants, they won’t ...

Growing a peach tree from a pit lets you enjoy the fun of raising a tree, even though it won’t match the parent fruit. Starting with a clean, dried pit and giving the seed a cold rest helps it sprout ...

Imagine walking through a forest and knowing that beneath your feet lies an invisible internet connecting every tree around ...

Tree sap can be a stubborn and sticky substance on your car’s exterior. If left untreated, it can harden, attract dirt, and ...

December rains haven’t hit the area yet, but Palo Alto already saw a coastal flood advisory during the king tides at the ...

Fiddle leaf figs are known to be high maintenance. With the right care and growing environment, you can have a happy, healthy ...