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Peach Tree Pruning
Peaches and nectarines are usually pruned during the winter dormant season. It's important to know that fruiting takes place on one year old wood. The UC Integrated Pest Management website has a brief summary of peach and nectarine tree pruning. Even ...
Citrus Tree Problems
If you have problems with a citrus tree—including orange, lemon, lime—UC has resources that may help: Citrus Diseases and Disorders of Leaves and Twigs covers a range of problems including branch dieback, sooty mold, yellow leaves, and more. This ...
Checking Tree Roots
The Basics “When woody plants decline or die, assess the root system’s health. Suspect a root injury or disorder when an entire plant declines or dies. Digging out or around newly planted woody plants makes it possible to evaluate their root systems. ...
Oxalis
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