Staking helps protect tall or large-flowered dahlias from breakage and flopping over, especially after rain or strong wind. Installing stakes before or shortly after planting helps avoid damaging ...

When they bloom in spring, the blowsy full blossoms of peonies always look dazzling. But those layered petals, which make the flowers so beautiful, also make them heavy. The precious blooms can droop ...

While most trees, including citrus trees, benefit from staking after planting, stakes can do serious damage if they’re installed incorrectly or left on the tree for too long. Knowing how to stake up ...