What is Horticulture? Horticulture has been a vital part of human life for thousands of years. People across the globe depend on plants for food, medicine, and…

Trimming or pruning hedges is so easy and simple if you do it the right way. Below are few steps to follow to prune your hedges. Steps…

  Due to the many tasks associated with gardening, horticultural practitioners need good quality tools, especially for pruning. The three most important types of pruning tools are…

For decades, the accepted solution to protect tree wounds sustained during trimming was to use pruning paint or pruning sealer. These products were applied to open wounds…

Whether to save costs or to opt for a more ecologic option, there are many reasons to choose vinegar to kill weeds in the garden. You read…

Buffalo grass makes an attractive lawn, but it also is a high maintenance lawn due to the need for weed control. That happens because this type of…

Abscission, is a process plants let go of parts of themselves and fruit. Abscission is a self-defense mechanism and a reproduction one. This article will discuss the…

One of the most rewarding horticultural practices is training trees. This can be done either for fruit trees or ornamental specimens. If started when the tree is…

Weeds in your garden can be a serious problem. Despite invading and potentially taking over your patios, flower beds and lawns, they can also reduce crop yield….