How to Prune Roses
Pruning roses is something that paralyzes some gardeners. The information on how to prune roses can be overwhelming and cause …
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Horticultural Myths
Reasons To Plant Small Trees
If you’re thinking about planting a tree, you’re usually thinking “I wish I would’ve planted this years ago!” or “It …
What pH Can My Tree Tolerate?
Ideal pH vs Tolerable pH A lot of sites will list the ideal pH of a tree species. This is …
Trees of the High Desert – Chinese Elm
Chinese Elm trees are one of the trees I suggest most often. Chinese elm trees are one of the best …
Why Native Plants Are Not Always The Best Choice
Native plants are an interesting subject matter. You regularly find people that encourage planting them, but you also come across …
How Far Apart To Plant Trees
“How far apart do I need to plant my trees?” is often asked when purchasing trees. The answer depends on …
Different Types of Roots
We’re going to start by defining the different types of roots and what purpose they serve to the tree. There …
Tree Root Health
When it comes to the health of our trees the health of the roots is of most importance. Frequently we …
Misconceptions About Tree’s Roots
This blogpost is an excerpt from a larger post that you can find here: www.natesnursery.com/how-do-tree-roots-grow/ Roots Chase My Water and …
How Do Tree Roots Grow?
To learn about how tree roots grow, stay healthy, and where they exist we’re going to reference a few articles …
Horticultural Myths – Tree Topping
Myth Trees (especially Fruitless Mulberry trees) benefit from a yearly pruning. This helps bring an abundance of fresh new growth …
Horticultural Myths – Drought Tolerance
Myth Drought tolerant plants need almost no water, so I will plant those to save water or to avoid having …
Horticultural Myths – Wilting Leaves
Myth One of the best indicators of a plant needing water is when the leaves on the plant wilt. This …