Avocados (Persea americana) are types of evergreen trees that are originally from Central America. Coveted for their edible fruits, avocado trees aren't exclusive to agricultural settings. With the ...

It’s dry out there, folks. It's so dry, I'll quote a local tree grower I ran into years back. When I asked him how dry it was in his field, he said “It’s so dry out there, the trees are followin’ the ...

While your lawn, trees, and much of your garden may seem brown and dead come winter, it's all just dormant. So do you water ...

Mature trees have many benefits. They provide habitat for wildlife, offer shade and enhance the aesthetics of our landscapes. They’re even known to significantly boost property values. As big and ...

While you don’t have to water them often as during summer, your trees do benefit from watering during the winter months. They may be dormant, but they can actually dry out from cold, dry weather and ...

Plant trees and shrubs at least 6 to 8 weeks before the expected first fall frost. Water new trees and shrubs regularly and deeply until the first frost and mulch well. Install tree guards and tree ...

Q: You have always said to add watering days instead of more water per application. During the hottest September on record, the water district ads told us to water fewer days (three in fall and one ...

Watering two to three times a week, based on soil and weather conditions, keeps a vegetable garden consistently healthy. Early morning is the best time to water, helping reduce evaporation and prevent ...