5 things to do in the garden this week: 1. Begin to fertilize citrus trees now for maximum flowering and fruit development. Jack Christensen, who authored the things to do column for many years until ...

Citrus trees are small to medium-sized, frost tender, sub-tropical trees whose fragrant spring and summer flowers are followed by a range of different tangy fruits including oranges, lemons, limes and ...

Citrus trees, such as this lemon, benefit from fertilization. The major nutrient requirement for citrus trees is nitrogen. Getty Images Citrus trees grow so well on the Central Coast that it’s easy to ...

There is no need to fertilize satsuma trees within the first year of planting. A general-purpose fertilizer may be used beginning the next year in early February. STAFF PHOTO BY MICHAEL DEMOCKER ...

Deciduous and citrus trees generally need to be fertilized three times during the year; in February, May and August. If you missed the August fertilizing, do it now. Apply the same amount of ...

If you want to grow citrus trees in pots, an experienced horticulturist reveals his picks for five beautiful, low-maintenance fruits suitable for containers ...

Overwinter your potted citrus tree indoors successfully with these essential care tips.

Specialists and industry leaders agree on one key message: post-freeze treatment is less about quick fixes and more about ...

Q: Is there a recommended schedule for fertilizing fruit trees in the valley? Also for citrus and grapevines? The schedules I've read for each of these differ depending upon who wrote the article and ...

I will be at the Home Improvement and Backyard Expo at the South Point on Sept. 16 and 17, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. I will be there to answer any questions you may have and to chat. I will stay ...