How do I remedy poor branching? Is my tree at risk of splitting, and how can pruning prevent that? Corrective pruning has many implications for tree structure, health, and longevity. Developing a ...

When you're out in the yard pruning your trees, you might be tempted to spruce up your evergreens while you're at it, but ...

Healthy, well-kept trees and shrubs are an asset to any yard and there are varieties for every plot, whether you want trees to populate a large area or are looking for shrubs for a tiny spot. Knowing ...

Key Points Complete winter pruning while plants are dormant, several weeks before bud break.Removing dead, damaged, diseased, or dangerous branches may be all you need to prepare for spring.Winter ...

Pruning is an essential task that every gardener will perform regularly, but when it comes to proper pruning, there are ...

In cooler regions with low humidity, one native tree offers stunning blooms with edible fruit beloved by wildlife. Here's how ...

Q. Many times I have read, “Never top a tree!” I have also read that we should keep fruit trees at 8 feet for easy picking. And the avocado experts recommend keeping avocado trees at 11 feet. Either I ...

Mulberries are low-maintenance fruit trees to add to any backyard. They look majestic and produce juicy and unique fruits for ...

Purdue Landscape Report: Trees are incredible survivors in spite of the challenges from pests of all kinds, including us! They are vulnerable to injuries such as mechanical wounds from lawn equipment, ...

Winter is when I do most of my fruit tree pruning. Why most and not all? In which part of winter? First, let’s answer this foundational question, “Why do we prune fruit trees?” Because it’s unwise to ...

THERE ARE MANY reasons you might want to add a small tree to your landscape. Perhaps you want structure or shade in your parking strip. Common sense and municipal code will dictate that these plants ...