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

At this time, trees are dormant, and pruning contributes to their better development. For some types of trees, such as apple and pear trees, the period from December to January is ideal for pruning.

Note: Do not prune more than 20% of your tree in a single year. This could put it into shock. If you over prune, your tree will dedicate its energy to growing new leaves instead of fruit.

If you are considering adding these lovely trees to your house, congratulations on a smart decision. But while these trees cannot grow too tall, they still require pruning to develop healthily. We ...

Every winter I prune my fruit trees and as I do I think, 'uuhhh I don’t really know what I’m doing.' So this year I decided to reach out and get some help. I sat down with Russell Norton a ...

Western Oregon: Prune fall-bearing raspberries (in late-February or early-March). Plant windowsill container garden of herbs ...

The first step to quickly transforming your yard into an orchard is selecting trees that fruit between one and five years.

A hand saw can also get the job done with less hassle. That is why getting the best hand saw for cutting trees will make pruning branches a lot easier. I have a bunch of different options to review ...

Pruning roses may seem like a daunting task, but the rewards of a healthier, more shapely plant that blooms profusely and lives longer make it worthwhile. Removing dead or diseased canes enhances ...

February can feel like a slow month in the garden, as winter drags on and spring is yet to arrive. But there’s lots you can do now to encourage spring growth, especially when it comes to pruning ...

Agriculture across the United States is facing significant challenges from climate variability and change, with specialty ...