Aim to fertilize fruit trees in spring or early summer. This timing allows the trees to absorb nutrients they can use for new growth and fruit production, says Lauren St. Germain Kidd, the owner of ...

The first signs of spring always spark that urge to get outside and dig into the dirt. After a long winter, it’s tempting to jump right in, but a few missteps early on can set your whole garden back.

Early spring maintenance is crucial for a healthy lawn that can withstand summer conditions. Apply fertilizer, reseed bare spots and control weeds before they emerge. Soil testing can determine the ...

Fertilizing in fall helps your lawn build strong roots now for a greener, healthier yard next spring. Match fertilizer to your grass type and season, measure your lawn, and apply evenly with a rotary ...

Did you hear about the guy who chicken-proofed his lawn? It’s impeccable. I can’t wait to get into the yard this spring, and I can almost smell the fragrance of freshly mowed grass. It’ll take a while ...

Here's how and when to give your lawn a nutrient boost before freezing weather hits. September is the ideal time to apply slow-release nitrogen fertilizer to cool-season lawns. Use high-nitrogen, ...