Almost every tree needs to be pruned at some point in its life. Sometimes a tree may need to be trimmed to help it, such as dealing with storm damage, reducing limb weight, removing dead limbs and ...

With the array of tools available, make sure you prune with the one best suited for the job, whether it's clipping plant ...

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 ...

There are many good reasons to prune trees. For example, branches that were damaged from winter storms need to be removed or low-hanging branches that interfere with your ability to mow your lawn need ...

No matter what type of pruning method you favor — vase, open air, summer, winter — the first step is to have the right tools. Contra Costa Master Gardener Keith Silva says using the correct tools ...

Scripps Howard News Service ‘Are you OK?’ I’m asked every year when the brutality of dormant pruning makes me look like a battered woman. No matter how hard I try to avoid it, I’m always looking right ...

Tree pruning can be one of the most difficult yard care tasks, but putting it off could result in serious damage to your home ...

During last week's respite from gray skies and seasonal drool, I began pruning my fruit trees. First up was one of the largest, a semi-dwarf Chehalis apple determined to repudiate its classification. ...

Peach trees are generally considered easy to grow—but that doesn't mean you can skip pruning. Pruning is an essential step in ensuring that your tree produces as much quality fruit as possible and can ...