Lots of fruit trees take many years to start shedding their edibles. However, this one is relatively fast-growing as long as ...

Flowering trees can transform a dull patio into an at-home oasis, and bring a sense of tranquility to your backyard. However, if you aren't ready to fully commit to planting a tree directly into the ...

Question: I’d like to grow my own fruit trees, but I’m short on space. Can I grow fruit trees in containers? Answer: We’re happy to say yes, you can. One of the great pleasures in life is picking ...

You can grow cherries indoors with an eye toward fruit, beauty, or both. You should look for dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties ...

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 ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti and ...

Q: I received a 2-year-old olive tree grown in a 15-inch container. The brochure attached advised planting in the ground 15 feet away from building structures. My tree is 5 feet high with a ½-inch ...

Position your pot in a sunny spot, and water well. Don't expect masses of growth in that first season, but once established, ...

The weather may not agree, but the gardening season is well underway. For answers to your questions, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension ...

Satsuma Mandarins are known for their sweet, seedless fruit and compact size. Meiwa Kumquats are also a good choice, with ...