Fragrance Is Really For Pollinators
UNITED STATES—Many flowers are fragrant. Many are colorful. Several are both. The majority, though, are neither. That is because flowers use fragrance and color...
Stakes Should Stabilize New Trees
UNITED STATES—Initially after planting, many new trees and some large shrubs rely on stakes for stability. Some limber trees also need temporary structural support...
Potted Plants Within Home Gardens
UNITED STATES—Potted plants would rather be in the ground. That is the simplest truth. Pots confine roots that would prefer to disperse more extensively...
Fruit Trees Versus Shade Trees
UNITED STATES—Why are more urban shade trees not fruit trees? Urban landscapes could produce much more food than they already do. It could be...
Roots Are A Necessary Compromise
UNITED STATES—With very few exceptions, all plants have roots. Almost all roots remain out of view within soil or potting media. Consequently, they do...
Sunlight Is Necessary For Photosynthesis
UNITED STATES—Almost every plant needs sunlight. Only parasitic plants that lack chlorophyll are the few exceptions. Even they rely on plants that need sunlight...
Wildlife Also Enjoys Summer Fruit
UNITED STATES—So much summer fruit is now in season. Most cherries have finished, but apricots, plums and prunes are still ripening. Nectarines and peaches...
Perennials Should Have Staying Power
UNITED STATES—The definition of perennial is vague. Technically, it refers to anything that persists for any significant time. This should include trees, shrubbery and...
Soil Is More Than Dirt
UNITED STATES—Weeds are plants that grow wildly where they are undesirable. Therefore, all weeds are plants, but not all plants are weeds. Similarly, dirt...
Arborists Are Horticulturists Of Trees
UNITED STATES—Trees are the most substantial living components of their landscapes. Many grow too big for garden enthusiasts or professional gardeners to maintain them....