Q: I recently purchased a tree at my local nursery. It came in a black nursery container. When is the best time to plant it? A: Unlike transplanting, which usually causes root damage in the digging ...

Researchers tested the effects of planting depth of container-grown liners of pin oak and littleleaf linden. The study investigated tree growth during production in nursery containers and growth and ...

You don't need a yard to grow vegetables and herbs. Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture ...

What’s not to love about Colorado fall weather? Warm days and cool nights are perfect for checking out the changing colors in the high country. Pack a lunch, hike some trails and let nature inspire ...

Searing summer heat. Minuscule annual rainfall. Nearly nonexistent humidity. Arid soil that’s more like cement than dirt in many places. No wonder that even the most experienced local gardeners ...

Gardeners may be thinking of adding some color to the garden this spring by building a planter or raised planting bed around a tree. For the tree’s sake, don’t do it, says Doris Taylor, Plant Clinic ...