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Arrowwood viburnum (Viburnum dentatum) is a popular ornamental shrub known for its showy spring blooms and fall berries. With proper pollination, these shrubs can produce an abundance of berries that birds love. However, inadequate pollination often leads to poor fruit set and reduced yields. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the pollination needs of … Read more
Noticeable needle loss or discoloration in pine trees could be a sign of a diseased tree. But what disease, and how can you treat your pine tree to restore it to health? So, if you’re asking yourself why your pine trees are turning brown, in this article, we’ll detail 10 common pine tree diseases and … Read more
Austrian pine trees (Pinus nigra) are a popular and attractive evergreen species known for their pyramidal shape, long dark green needles, and ability to withstand urban conditions With proper care and maintenance, these hardy trees can thrive for many years in home landscapes and provide beauty throughout all seasons In this comprehensive guide, we will … Read more
Azaleas are loosely branched, shade-loving evergreen or deciduous shrubs with elliptical leaves. They bring delightful white, purple, yellow, and red flowers—and all hues in between—to the spring garden when the clusters of funnel-shaped blooms appear. Azaleas need at least four hours of sunlight daily and afternoon shade in places with scorching summers. Keep their soil … Read more
The Arizona Cypress is a popular evergreen in the southern states. This tree boasts impressive drought-tolerance while also giving year-round color and shape to your landscape. With its many benefits, this low-maintenance tree is a favorite for people who donât necessarily have a green thumb. The Arizona cypress (Cupressus arizonica) is a stunning evergreen conifer … Read more
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Who doesn’t love a firm, ripe avocado? And the pleasure is doubled when it comes from your own tree. Avocados grow well outside in very warm hardiness zones. If you live in a cooler area or you … Read more
False cypress is generally not considered toxic to children or to pets. It is worth noting that while most varieties of this plant are not poisonous, they are also not considered edible. There is one Italian version of cypress that is poisonous: Cupressus sempervirens. Cypress varieties can be difficult to identify correctly, so it’s generally … Read more
The avocado plant (Persea americana) is a fascinating specimen with unique root and stem structures that enable it to thrive. In this article, we’ll explore the intricate anatomy and vital functions of the roots and stems that are key to the avocado’s growth and survival. Anatomy and Function of Avocado Roots The avocado root system … Read more
The Arizona cypress (Cupressus arizonica) is an evergreen conifer that is native to the southwestern region of North America. This tree is an excellent choice for inclusion in a xeriscape and other desert landscaping because it has low water needs once the root system has had a chance to spread and entrench itself. With its … Read more
Contrary to its name, the Australian tree fern (Cyathea cooperi, also known as Sphaeropteris cooperi) is actually more tree than fern. Typically, when we think of ferns, we envision plants such as the painted ferns (Athyrium niponicum) or autumn ferns (Dryopteris erythrosora) , which achieve a mature height of about 18 to 24 inches. But, … Read more