Q: When should I be dormant spraying my fruit trees? Earlier this year I asked about peach leaf curl on my peach tree and was told that prevention in the form of at least two dormant sprays was the ...

A couple of weeks ago a friend mentioned that her peach tree looked as though it were about to bloom — much too early! She asked whether, when, and how to treat it for a persistent problem with peach ...

Perhaps because of the very wet winter we just had, including late rains, several of the destructive fungal diseases, including peach leaf curl and the three worst rose fungal problems are becoming ...

Leaves turn yellow, then develop brown, blocky spots that grow and merge. Affected leaves often twist, curl and drop early.

PALISADE, Colo. — It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t like Palisade peaches, and if you’re one of those people, you’ll be very grateful for some research happening at Colorado State University (CSU) ...

Neem oil naturally controls pests like aphids and thrips but should be used carefully to protect bees and tender plants. Apply in the morning or evening, avoid extreme temps, and test on a small leaf ...

More people than ever are gardening during the pandemic and you’re bound to have questions. Turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service.

Yes, it's almost officially autumn, but no, our trees shouldn't be dropping their leaves yet. The falling leaves and baring trees aren't a case of Mother Nature confusing September with October. Blame ...