Many fruit trees appreciate being planted in the fall since it gives them a chance to dodge the stress summer brings. Fall-planted fruit trees typically have fewer weeds vying for their water and ...

Here’s what to plant to start your own mini-orchard Fall is a great time for planting. Temperatures are more mild, so it’s not as stressful on the new plant (or you!), and rainfall generally is more ...

With all the summer storms, high winds and excess rain, there are many reports of uprooted and dying trees, along with multiple branches being tossed around on the ground, giving us an ever-changing ...

The crisp days of fall mark the perfect time to plant trees. Spring may be more popular, but autumn offers a unique chance to set the stage for a flourishing garden. The cooler temperatures, increased ...

Proper care now contributes to success next spring. As autumn settles over Iowa, it’s easy to think gardening season is winding down. But for trees — especially those newly planted — fall is a ...

Fall is the season most of us associate with winding down and settling in as the air turns crisp and the days become shorter. However, this season can also be one of the most transformative, ...

Trees benefit from fall trimming more than spring trimming. Trees experience less stress with fall trimming because they are entering dormancy. Spring tree trimming is better if the goal is to ...