…is to create layers of foliage and flowers. This means using tall trees all the way down to the smallest groundcover plants. Strong architectural plants, such as palms, cycads, yuccas,…
Almond Matters: Developing a Vibrant Root System When Planting an Orchard
…orchard development is for the purpose of enhancing the longevity and vitality of trees. “You’ve got one shot to give those trees the best chance to develop an expansive, vibrant…
Almond Matters: Developing A Dormant Control Program
…to consider for a good dormant control program. “Most of the overwintering larvae are in mummy nuts in the trees and they’re a food source for navel orangeworm,” Burkdoll noted….
Considerations When Building a Rain Garden
…Don’t put your rain garden directly over your septic system as the additional water will cause problems. Don’t put the rain garden under large established trees. Think about what you’ll…
Methods for Successful Plant Propagation
…propagation that joins two plants together to form a new plant. This is most commonly done on trees and shrubs, especially fruit trees. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content Protecting Your…
NRCS Plant Guides Help Landowners With Their Planting Projects
…commercial seed growers or nursery operators there is information about production of seed or plants. There are over 500 Plant Guides available including grasses, legumes, wildflowers, shrubs, and trees. Whether you are…
Plan Ahead to Maximize Almond Bloom
…this period, so required nutrients must be pulled from the tree’s reserves or be foliar applied. The key to success is managing these variables with a well-balanced program that includes…
Significant Increase to HLB Quarantine
…California over a hundred square miles. The new area is centered around the city of Corona in Riverside County. CDFA said the quarantine is a result of several residential trees…
Sterile NOW Project Gets Major Funding in Appropriations Bill
…bollworm, California nut industries have taken over that facility, and associations have partially funded the operation. It’s a very merry Christmas indeed for California nut industries as AgNet West reported earlier…
Celebrating An American Christmas
…started in Europe. Puritans tended to ignore Christmas, but others celebrated with feasts and gatherings. German immigrants brought over Christmas trees. Christmas carols grew out of pagan winter festivals and…
The Almond Conference Hits Record Highs
…Haydon of nutpods, a nondairy coffee creamer made with almond and coconut cream; Ashley Thompson of MUSH Foods, an overnight oats product that is soaked in almond or coconut milk; Val Griffith…
Best Indoor Trees to Connect to the Outdoors
…nice deep pots with good drainage. Areca Palm Some of the best indoor trees to consider include: Areca Palms, Banana Trees, Fiddle Leaf Figs, Madagascar Dragon Trees, Norfolk Palm Trees,…
Winter Mulching – Why and How to Do it Right
…be organic and degradable, so that the nutrients can break down into the soil. Some ideas that might work include: shredded mulch, pine needles, straw, shredded needles, cut boughs from…
Unique DIY Wreaths Inspired by Your Own Garden
…beautiful creations from your own garden supplies. An evergreen branch wreath is one example. Forage greenery from fresh evergreen trees or shrubs, or any textured greenery that grows near you,…