Almond trees might not be your first thought when looking for plants to grow in containers, but these spring-blooming trees deserve more attention. Even in small and compact spaces, it is possible to ...

A citrus tree expert reveals how to grow a lemon tree in a pot, including getting the plant to produce fruit. Growing lemons in a container is easier than you may believe. “On a scale of one to 10, ...

Growing lemons in a container is easier than you may believe. “On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being hard to grow, I would say lemons are a six,” says Matthew Fleming, lead horticulturist for ...

Not all trees thrive in containers. The best trees for pots are those that only reach certain heights and that can survive living in slightly confined spaces. Fortunately, there are plenty of options ...

Position your pot in a sunny spot, and water well. Don't expect masses of growth in that first season, but once established, your olive tree will begin to bush out. Made of lightweight and durable ...

Growing a peach tree from a pit lets you enjoy the fun of raising a tree, even though it won’t match the parent fruit. Starting with a clean, dried pit and giving the seed a cold rest helps it sprout ...

Native plants are the new darlings of the landscaping world, which is shifting its focus from ornamentals to building habitat to help hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinators ...

October is a fine time to plant a tree or shrub. “The air has cooled off, but the soil is still pretty warm,” said Spencer Campbell, Plant Clinic manager at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle. That means ...

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