But there are some costly mistakes to avoid. Follow these essential winter pruning rules from the experts. Trees rely on stored reserves — including sugars and starches — to survive winter. Removing ...

In the past, I have written about how to properly prune trees. To add a little bit of interest, I thought perhaps it would be beneficial to show examples of poor pruning and the reasons why these ...

Making Flush Cuts That Kill Trees Slowly Most homeowners think they're doing their trees a favor when they trim branches flush against the trunk. It looks cleaner, more professional even. Many ...

A healthy fruit tree is a magical thing. Besides providing a wealth of delicious food, a thriving tree creates shade and beauty and increases biodiversity in your yard. To keep fruit trees healthy and ...

Moisture and extreme cold can damage plants and increase risk of disease. Make a few clean, larger cuts instead of trimming just the tips to guide healthy growth. Wait until leaves have fallen and ...

Over the past couple of weeks, fellow gardeners have asked that I explain how to prune crepe myrtles, as I often complain (to anyone that will listen) about neighbors following neighbors' poor pruning ...

Maintaining the shape of shrubs and trees is a practice that has been associated with beauty and tranquility for centuries. Highly ornamental trees like the Japanese maple grow into stunning specimens ...