Key Points Trim dead, damaged, or crowded branches to boost fruit quality and keep trees tidy.Thinning the canopy and reducing height improves sun exposure, airflow, and ease of care.Regular pruning ...

Tree stakes are particularly beneficial for bare-root or top-heavy trees, dwarf citrus trees with smaller root systems, and trees growing on slopes and in windy areas.

Now, in the spring of 2024, many of these citrus trees have somewhat regrown from those root shoots, not from the completely dead tops. In most cases, the freeze-damaged, dead tops of the once ...

Five things to do in the garden this week: Fruit. If the leaves of your citrus tree are yellow, it’s a sign that they are deficient in the minerals — nitrogen and magnesium — they need to ...

If you enjoy decadent foliage, delicate flowers, and a bountiful harvest, then a key lime tree is a great choice. These ...

Looking for November gardening tips? Want to know why the leaves on yours citrus tree look gnarled and disfigured? Experts from UC Master Gardeners can help. Send your questions and they will ...