Watering fruit trees correctly helps them grow strong roots, produce better fruit, and survive changing seasons. As temperatures drop and leaves fall, gradually reduce watering and stop once the ...

Irrigation strategies in fruit tree production have emerged as a cornerstone for enhancing both the resilience and productivity of orchards in water‐scarce environments. Contemporary research has ...

Q: We moved into our home a year ago in January, and had only three delicious peaches from two existing trees. We redid our yard with a new drip system and rocks a few months ago. As I have no real ...

Which option is best for you depends on the planting time, your budget, and other factors.

August is top tomato and watermelon time. It is also time to remove lawns, and to plant spring bulbs. Water management is critical: Know what to water, what to baby, and when to grab a tall, cool ...

I recently wrote about pomegranate trees and the fact that although they can survive without irrigation, they will benefit from two or three soakings per month during the summer. In response to this ...

For answers on if or how gardeners can revive a badly pruned citrus tree, we turned to Frank McDonough, botanist at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden in Arcadia. McDonough’s first ...

Now we are into the heat — real heat. Garden early in the day and late in the afternoon to stay out of the sun. Water, but not too much. Enjoy the cool evenings as time to rest and socialize. This is ...

When you think of lemons and avocados, you might assume that they can only be grown in warm climates. However, many tropical ...