Time to Plant Trees Here, But Citrus is Tricky

Fall is the best time of year to plant trees and shrubs. Cooler weather places less stress on trees, allowing them to grow a deep root system during the winter. Deciduous trees drop their leaves in the fall, and enter a period of dormancy. But they’re not dormant below ground. Their roots continue to grow. If you plant trees or shrubs in the spring, they’ll put most of their energy into growing…