Tree pruning is a horticultural practice where you selectively remove certain parts of a tree, such as branches, buds and roots. Read on to learn more. Reasons to Prune Each cut can change the overall growth of the tree, no branch should be removed unless it is needed. Reasons for pruning are for the removal…
Four factors impact the survival of cacti when you are caring for them: Too much or too little water Too much or too little light Pests Temperature fluctuation All four of these (and sometimes a mixture of more than one) will strain your cactus causing odd behavior. Cacti are really succulent and hardy plants needing…
Although Arizona is renowned for its enormous natural outdoor population of cactus -a cactus can also thrive brilliantly indoors under the correct conditions. The two types of cacti that do well indoors are the desert cacti and the forest cacti. Both are capable of blossoming beautiful looking blooms but they grow in very different ways.…
The Climate of Arizona is ideal for growing a variety of beautiful fruit trees that produce wonderful, tasty fruit the entire year. The experts at AP Nursery can help you select ideal trees for your growing conditions but read on to learn more about selecting the best deciduous fruit trees for the Arizona climate. Understanding…
If you are searching for the Care of a Sago Palm, this post by A&P Nursery can help keep your Sagos nice and healthy. Care of a Sago Palm Tree Sago palms (Cycas revoluta) add a beach like, somewhat primitive, focal point to your landscaping. Even though the large fronds are comparable of palms, Sagos…
If you are searching for “cactus care”, this post by A&P Nursery can help point you in the right direction. Cacti and succulents are very common houseplant nowadays. They come in a wide range of shapes and sizes from the petite to the grandiose. Cacti and succulents fall into the same category because they both…
The average cost of a fruit tree with proper maintenance and labor for its first 4 years is $236.25. The total cost for the first 4 years of the life of a fruit tree with proper maintenance and labor is $945. In our example, we are going to be using apple trees. Do not forget…
On average medium tree planting costs $225, small tree planting costs $106, and large tree planting costs $2,423 for the US, according to HowMuch. Tree planting can add to your properties value and increase the curb appeal of your home and may also serve as a privacy buffer from your neighbors. You will find that…
If you’re looking for the best fast growing shade trees for Arizona, this list will help. If you’re starting a new landscape, replacing a tree, or just adding one and you want shade soon these fast growing shade trees are just right. All of them will grow quickly and offer great shade for your landscape…
If you live in a hot and sunny region of the world, like Arizona, your plants need to choose the right plants. Full sun succulents and cactus are drought tolerant plants that can handle more hours of sunlight per day, higher heat, and tolerate drought conditions. Top 7 Full Sun Succulents & Cactus Selecting the…