Our landscape also needs to eat. Should we feed our trees and shrubs or wait until spring? One expert, Jerry Somalski, owner of Bay Landscaping near Bay City, says we absolutely want to fertilize ...

A common question I receive is, “How should I fertilize my trees or shrubs?” The answer, as with many gardening questions, is “It depends.” Factors such as soil conditions, plant age, and ...

Let's get back to basics and talk a bit about trees and fertilizer. First off, trees really don’t need us all that much.

The best time to fertilize trees and shrubs is September 15 to October 15 according to Somalski. He says we can still fertilize these woody ornamentals between October 15 and November 15.

While you’re pruning, you also can fertilize your trees and shrubs to nourish them before spring. Use a two-to-three-month controlled release, balanced fertilizer.

A general rule for fertilizing trees and shrubs is to use one-fourth to one-half pound of nitrogen per inch of diameter for trees 6 inches or more in diameter at chest height.

If your garden looks like it's dying, your plants might just be hungry.

Winter's cold temperatures, reduced sunlight, and frozen soil create harsh conditions for many plants. While many enter a state of dormancy to conserve energy, they can still be affected by frost ...

Question: Last week you recommended waiting until May to fertilize lawns if we applied Natural Guard Soil Activator now. Is that also true for trees and shrubs?

Once those beautiful tomato flowers appear, treat your container tomato plants to a high-potassium fertilizer (ideally a ...

While you’re pruning, you also can fertilize your trees and shrubs to nourish them before spring. Use a two-to-three-month controlled release, balanced fertilizer.