Gardeners often are told that after planting or transplanting, they should water frequently until the plant is “established.” But what does that mean, exactly? “It’s all about the roots,” said Sharon ...

Q: I plan to buy a 15-gallon fruitless olive tree. Please tell me how much water daily or weekly it should be given once planted. The irrigation system in place for shrubs and trees comes on Monday ...

My lawn is developing brown patches and my flowers are going out of bloom in this heat wave we have been having. I am watering more often but it does not seem to help. I need help. More frequent ...