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Trees to Plant in Winter and the Best Planting Seasons
Learn when winter tree planting works, which trees suit it, how to handle bare-root stock, and how winter compares with fall, spring and summer planting.
Planting, Pruning & Storm Care
Planting & Feeding Trees
5 guides, starting with Trees to Plant in Winter and the Best Planting Seasons.
Cedar Mulch Around Fruit Trees: Is It a Good Choice?
Is cedar mulch good around fruit trees? Weigh the benefits and possible downsides, learn how to apply mulch safely, and compare alternatives like wood chips.
Choosing a Tree to Plant in Memory of Someone
Choosing a memorial tree? Compare popular remembrance trees, check zone, size and site, and learn how to plant and care for a tree in someone's memory.
How to Fertilize Aspen Trees
Do aspen trees need fertilizer? Learn when feeding helps, why a soil test comes first, how to choose and apply a slow-release product, and what else to check.
Planting Under Trees: What Grows Well Beneath a Canopy
How to plant under trees without harming roots: prepare the area, choose dry-shade perennials, ferns and groundcovers, and avoid common mistakes.
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