This week, gardening columnist Don Kinzler fields questions about pruning an indoor lemon tree, preventing squirrel damage, and growing potatoes in a tire tower. Reader Sandy F. asks gardening ...

In various cultures, lemon trees symbolize the goodness of life: love, light, and happiness, to name a few. They make wonderful holiday or housewarming gifts, or commemorative plants to celebrate ...

There's nothing quite like the flavor of a fresh lemon—especially when it's homegrown. And while nurturing this plant from seed to harvest may seem like a daunting task, you don't need a huge yard or ...

Having your own lemon tree at home is often a luxury we assume is reserved for people who live in citrus-friendly locales, like sunny California or humid Florida. However, that doesn’t mean those in ...

These popular fruit trees are easy to grow in your home or garden. Here's how. The glorious Meyer lemon tree is a small, evergreen variety that makes it possible to enjoy homegrown citrus regardless ...

My three lemon trees have borne a ton of fruit but really look raggedy. They are in desperate need of pruning, but I don’t know how. Any info you could provide would be greatly appreciated. — Terry ...

We’re only six Mondays away from the spring solstice on March 20. The outdoor gardening season countdown has begun. This month’s focus is on getting the indoor seed-starting supplies ready to go. Plus ...

If growing indoors during winter, slowly acclimate your lemon tree to the new environment. With a few overwintering tips in mind, you can grow potted indoor lemon trees in more places than you might ...

Growing a lemon tree indoors lets you enjoy fresh citrus year-round, even without outdoor space or a warm climate. Choose compact varieties like Meyer or Ponderosa lemons, which stay small but still ...