Timing is Everything: Determining the Best Season to Prune Mulberry Trees

Mulberry (Morus spp. ) trees are fast-growing, deciduous trees that are known for their different leaf shapes, tasty berries, and the awful stains their berries can leave on the sidewalk if they land on someone’s mouth instead. Some have red fruit while others produce tasty purple or white fruit. A fruitless cultivar exists for those … Read more

Preparing Your Impatiens for Winter: A Step-by-Step Guide to Cutting Back for Spring

Impatiens are a gardener’s best friend, brightening shady beds and borders with their cheery blooms in shades of pink, red, white, orange, purple and more. While most impatiens are grown as annuals and replaced each year, cutting back your plants in fall can help them survive the winter in zones 8-11. For colder zones, pruning … Read more

Demystifying Yucca Plant Watering: How Often and How Much to Water for Healthy Growth

With their sculptural shapes and spiky, evergreen foliage, yucca plants provide unique texture and visual interest whether grown indoors or outdoors But watering these drought-tolerant plants can be tricky How often should you water a yucca plant for good growth? Let’s examine their water needs and techniques for keeping them hydrated just right. The Basics: … Read more