Question: We have two fan Texas Ash trees that are 15 years old. They are spreading out too far. How far can we cut them back without killing them?
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While the native California fan palm (Washingtonia filifera) can be found in several areas in California, including Joshua Tree National Park and near Palm Springs, there is one hidden spot in Arizona where it also can be found.
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Question: I have a large fig tree that gives me small green figs, and that is all I get. I think the problem is not enough water, as you said. I also saw the picture of cuttings to grow another tree. Can I do that, or should I buy a second tree? What about pruning? Is this a good time?
I bet the question on everybody’s mind right now is: What the heck do I get the golfer in my life for Christmas? OK, maybe some folks are wondering that.
I found some mystery pods in the garden when doing some clean up. One of the pods is closed, and the second is open and with what appears to be small black seeds. Any idea what this is?
If you’re one of the smart hikers who keeps a list of seasonal hikes – those that should be attempted only at some particular time of year – Fortification Hill should be near the top of your winter list.
Question: I recently planted bean seeds in pots on my porch here in Las Vegas. However, after the bean stalks were half a foot tall, they bent over, turned dark and died.
After a grueling two minutes of climbing on all fours, upside down on a nearly horizontal rock face, 14-year-old Alec Genzano had only two more grips to go before reaching the end of the route.
His friend, 21-year-old Christina Mandello, was there to encourage him.
If you visit Parker, Ariz., on a weekend, one of the trip’s highlights should be heading some five miles into the Buckskin Mountains via a gravel but well-maintained road to visit the Nellie E. Saloon.
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This year has flown by, and just like that, Christmas trees will be arriving at all Star Nursery Locations! Before you head out to find your perfect holiday centerpiece, let’s talk about where these beautiful trees come from and how to keep them fresh and fragrant throughout the season.
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The footage, according to authorities, is the video Cox captured when they say she secretly recorded fellow Henderson Councilwoman Monica Larson at City Hall on Jan. 9.
The defendant was married to the son of the man killed, who was her on-and-off boyfriend. Attorneys discussed the relationship in closing arguments.
An 11-year-old child was shot and killed, and a suspect is in custody after a road rage shooting on the westbound 215 Southern Beltway on Friday morning.
A weather system moving into Southern Nevada is expected to bring scattered rain showers to the Las Vegas Valley beginning Friday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.
