If needed, extensive pruning should be done to spring-flowering trees and shrubs soon after they finish flowering. Prune ...

Heading back, rejuvenation, and thinning trees and shrubs takes a bit more care to maintain the normal, desired shape of the ...

Winter is the ideal time of the year to prune many trees. The branches are bare which makes it easier to see the overall ...

and prune properly. As far as hardy plants not damaged by the cold, you should avoid pruning any flowering trees or shrubs that are blooming now or will bloom before May, including hydrangeas and ...

If you are considering pruning your tree yourself, proceed in a slow, thought-out process using the guidelines of safety, health and aesthetics as the general objective for properly pruning trees.

Pruning is great for your fig tree—the plant will bear more fruit if pruned properly. Why Fig Trees Benefit from Pruning There are several reasons why common fig trees benefit from pruning ...

In the wake of our recent catastrophic fires, much can be written about the value of firescaping and its principles, and I ...

By Amy-Lynn Albertson N.C. Cooperative Extension Many people believe my job slows down during winter, thinking I have a “break.” In reality, winter can serve as a precursor to what is to come in ...

Knowing how to prune a money tree (Pachira aquatica) properly promotes bushier growth while keeping your plant more compact. Plus, pruning helps keep the plant healthy and attractive by removing ...

Adding a two- to three-inch layer of organic mulch around the base of your maple tree can significantly improve its health.

Time outdoors is always a pleasure. One of my personal favorite tasks in getting ready for spring is pruning trees and shrubs. Crepe Myrtles are small, multi-trunked trees that too many gardeners ...

In addition to providing shade and beauty to your yard—not to mention delicious fruit—fig trees also help with soil retention and erosion control. Pruning a fig tree annually is the gardener's ...