As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for home gardeners and orchardists. Frost can significantly harm budding ...

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

Young citrus trees are generally more sensitive to the cold than fully mature trees. Newly planted citrus trees, as well as those that have been in the ground for less than five years, may need a ...

Q. My peach tree is in full bloom and I just saw a weather report that hard frosts are expected next week. Will this damage my tree? A. You are not alone. Many of our trees here at the college are in ...

Last week, concerned about our Napa winter weather, someone asked me: “Should I cover my lemon tree?” Responding, perhaps too briefly, I recommended watching the weather forecasts and covering it when ...

With large, fan-like leaves that can measure anywhere between one and 10 feet, landscaping with palms is a good idea for those who want dramatic and impactful tropical foliage to fill outside spaces.

Q: What kind of citrus is the most tolerant of cold weather? We get very hot summers, but the winters can occasionally get below freezing. What can I do to protect my frost-sensitive plants from the ...

Winter has finally arrived in the north state! Winter temperatures can pose a threat to the fruit and foliage of citrus, as well as other succulents, tender perennials, tropical and subtropical plants ...

Stop! Don’t even think about cutting back your freeze-damaged citrus trees yet. The last thing you want to do is cause permanent damage, or even death, to your tree. Though your tree may look nasty ...

Got young trees growing in your garden and live in a cold climate? Protecting your saplings from winter sunscald is essential ...

Mother Nature is bringing a new round of winter weather that should have Houston gardeners and homeowners on alert. Temperatures slowly got colder on Thursday, settling in below freezing over night.