With the right tools and techniques, you’ll get the tree pruning job done safely and keep your tree healthy and strong.

Coppicing may seem, on paper, a somewhat brutal pruning technique as trees or shrubs are cut back to the ground. However, it is a historic and beneficial method of managing plants that comes with ...

There are a variety of reasons you may want to prune your plants or trees, from keeping them to a certain shape or size, to promoting fuller growth and more buds. But before you start snipping away, ...

Tree maintenance is essential for a safe and beautiful yard, but one of the most common trimming techniques could actually be shortening the life of your trees. "Topping" is the practice of cutting ...

A look at Emilia carefully trimming and pruning trees, focusing on technique, tree health, and how regular maintenance helps ...

Gardeners preparing their landscapes for the growing season should pay close attention to proper pruning practices. David Hillock, OSU Extension consumer horticulturist, said pruning is an essential ...

I’ve received a few notes from folks who are concerned about tree limbs. They are not referring to all those branches that are on the ground as a result of all the strong winds we had. Instead, the ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an aesthetically ...

Whenever I get to the Q&A portion of a talk about pruning trees, there is always a question about how to prune crape myrtles. This time of year, those questions are even more common, as folks start ...

Growing a citrus tree indoors can be a rewarding experience. It brings a touch of the tropics into your home, while also providing delicious, fresh fruits. Adequate sunlight, well-draining soil, and ...

There is a difference between trees that grow in a forest and trees that grow in your yard. They may be the exact same species, but the tree growing in the wild among other trees will likely get much ...