Since we've started adding more fruit-bearing trees to our yard, I've been wondering when to fertilize fruit trees. There's definitely lots to learn, but now I'm confident my trees will remain happy,...

Wondering when to pick apples? It's the end of September and apple season is in full swing! Everyone is wondering which apples are in season and when is the best time to go apple picking in local...

So many shady garden spots are home to hosta plants! Hostas are a herbaceous perennial, meaning that the leaves die back to the ground in the winter. But when should hostas be cut back? Hostas...

After buying a house with a big oak tree in the front yard, I've been wondering when the best time is to trim an oak tree. Fortunately I found some really helpful tips from several State Extension...

What's actually in those container gardening soil bags? What are the most common potting soil ingredients? Most potting mixes are made from a combination of several of the following...

Wondering how to store potting soil? I’ve tried a lot of different techniques for potting soil storage - everything from proper airtight storage to just leaving it in the garage and hoping for the...