Archive for September, 2011

The Garden Pond and How to Maintain It

September 20, 2011 - Posted in Uncategorized

A pond is always a nice feature to have in your garden. Keeping one in good condition, however, is not always easy. Here are some tips.Plant good oxygenators such as iris and fairy moss, but be ready to prune back any overgrowth. Dead or dying plants should be removed, and ...

Best Garden Flora in Dessert Climates

September 19, 2011 - Posted in Uncategorized

Deserts are home to a diverse selection of arid plants. While some plants grow naturally in the desert, others have adapted over many years. However, there are some specific garden flora that do extremely well in desert climates. Cactus and other succulent plants are naturally hardy desert plants that require ...

When to Prune the Orchard in Southern Climates

September 17, 2011 - Posted in Uncategorized

When to Prune the Orchard in Southern Climates Because of the propensity of most southern climes to remain warm all year and rarely frost, fruit trees can be grown nearly year-round. This is especially true of citrus trees, which are sub-tropical evergreens. For citrus trees being grown in Southern California, the ...

When to Prune the Orchard in Northern Climates

September 13, 2011 - Posted in Uncategorized

In the northern part of the United States, pruning apple trees is done at a time of year when most pruning is long since past. The best time to cut back an apple tree in the colder regions is during the dormant growth period of winter. Long after the apple ...