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Frequently Asked Questions: Periodical Cicadas

Posted by Stark Bro's on June 3, 2013

What is a periodical cicada?

These insects spend an unusually long time underground (13-17 years), developing into nymphs that [read more]

Eastern Cicada

Canning and Freezing Sweet Cherries

Next time you’re in the grocery store, check the price of canned sweet cherries. After you recover from the shock, get yourself a few premium cherry trees, like [read more]

Canned Cherries

Plan Ahead for Rainy Weather

You might already be familiar with the rhyme, “April showers bring May flowers,” since April is traditionally a damp month of the growing season. In this article, we’re going to discuss things you should keep in mind [read more]

Standing Water During Rain

Berry Plants: How Many Years to Bear?

Whether you’re interested in the wide range of health benefits that come from adding something edible to your landscape or garden, or you’re a foodie who loves endless culinary possibilities, growing your own berries is [read more]

Pink Lemonade Bluberries

Growing Fruit Trees in Containers, Part 2

Caring for Potted Trees

In part one of our series on growing fruit trees in containers, we gave you some helpful tips for getting started. In this article, part two of the series, we focus on what you need to do to take proper care of your potted fruit trees, so they can stay healthy, grow and thrive.
 
Watering Potted Trees
One of the number-one threats to a young potted tree is overwatering. Once the tree is planted in the container, it is very important to keep a close eye on it and only water when needed. While you want to avoid letting the soil [read more]

Container Persimmon Tree