Here's what to consider before pruning your trees in summer. Proper tree care often involves pruning. While the technique is important, timing also plays a role in the tree's well-being. We asked ...

Pruning fruit trees in August can feel counterintuitive. You might think you need to leave your apple and pear trees well alone while the fruit ripens. But, in my experience, a well-timed summer prune ...

It can be tempting to pluck juicy fruits from trees when they grow plentiful in late summer and early autumn. But experts say it's not straightforward.

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 ...

Pruning at the wrong time could be removing flower buds that are already starting to form for the following season.

As summer progresses and early perennials fade, shrubs can begin to look unruly and hedges wayward. At this time of year, many gardeners feel the urge to reach for their secateurs. But what should be ...

Plums are typically pruned slightly earlier to help ripen their fruit. Try to avoid pruning too early, as new growth will simply replace what you’ve removed, requiring you to repeat the process. It’s ...

Given the hard freeze of last week, many of us will be outside pruning our damaged tropicals. (For frozen landscape repair, see last week's column.) But while we're outside with the shears, there are ...

When it comes to gardening, you don't need to know everything about the plants you're growing, but it helps to understand the watering and pruning requirements of things like lavender. This ...