The UC Master Gardeners of Butte County are part of the University of California Cooperative Extension system, serving our ...

Use clean pruners to make a cut at a 45-degree angle near the end of the branch. Trim the tip of the branch straight across ...

We don’t often think about the roots of trees until there is a problem. A forester friend of mine called it a “fencepost mentality.” Being underground, they are often out of sight out of mind. However ...

If you want to grow a pomegranate tree from the comfort of your home, you absolutely can. However, there is a small catch you ...

Q: I’m hoping you can help us figure out what to do about these tree roots. We don’t know what kind of tree it is, but our neighbor’s tree is the same and the roots are showing above ground just like ...

Trees can be a magnificent addition to the yard. Depending on the type, they can offer privacy, shade, gorgeous fall colors, and even fruit or nuts. However, there are a number of things to consider ...

Pando is the largest organism on Earth, consisting of about 40,000 genetically identical trees. Sound designer Jeff Rice recorded what this organism's vast root system sounds like in a rainstorm. The ...

It’s not uncommon for trees to be killed from damage suffered during construction. Depending upon the type of tree, its age and the extent of damage, the tree could die quickly or take years.