7 of the best trees to plant bare-root right now ...

Give your trees a head start.

There are several advantages to planting bare-root trees: they are usually less expensive, easier for gardeners to transport and they will grow their roots entirely into native soil (rather than ...

Another main benefit of bare roots is that because you receive them when they’re in a dormant state, you can plant them ...

First, select a species that will match the conditions and limitations of the desired planting site, often referred to as “right plant, right place.” ...

BOISE, Idaho — Have you ever noticed at many garden centers there are some trees and shrubs in pots ready to plant, and others that aren't in any pots at all? They look just like sticks with bare, ...

Kick off planting in your garden this spring by adding organic matter and making sure the soil has the right texture for ...

A yard full of soaring, healthy trees is a dream for many homeowners, but picking the wrong species can lead to clogs, leaks, ...

Newly planted container-grown trees need daily watering for several weeks, then twice weekly through the first summer and fall, and weekly for the following two summers. Ball and burlap trees require ...

Shade-tolerant plants with tough roots help gardens under trees. Learn soil prep, planting, watering, and care for successful root-zone planting.