When I got the idea for this article, I thought that pruning trees would be an easy subject to write about. Turns out, tree pruning is complex and like many gardening subjects, once again, I realized ...

Purdue Landscape Report: Some of the questions that I get asked quite frequently are “Are my trees ok?”, “Do I need to have an arborist come work on my trees?”, and “Is there anything I can do to help ...

Q: I am having a very difficult time finding someone to prune my fruit trees the way you recommend. I am older and no longer able to direct a novice (which has failed), much less do it myself. The ...

This improperly pruned crape myrtle tree has undergone “crape murder,” which is when the entire crown of the crape myrtle tree is cut off. Courtesy of Leaf & Limb, a Raleigh-based tree care company ...

Q: I had to remove 15 persimmons because of sun damage. One thing I have noticed is that some of the new growth from the main branches is aimed downward, so I am hoping to eventually grow the tree ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Apr. 27—JAMESTOWN — It is important to trim trees properly and cut damaged branches so it (THEY???) can heal properly, according ...

A great satisfaction comes from picking fresh fruit from your own apple, peach or cherry tree. However, successfully growing fruit trees in the Kansas City area can be a challenge. Proper pruning is ...

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 ...

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 ...

Apple trees (or any other fruit trees, for that matter), if they’re going to produce quality fruit, require regular maintenance. Pruning is fundamental. We prune to improve structure, flowering and ...

Have you ever witnessed trees being pruned by men with a truck, ladder, and a chainsaw? For everyone who needs a young tree pruned to produce a good structure (which is very important for live oaks) ...

After our colder winter months, it’s time to start thinking about pruning the shrubs in the yard and remove any cold damage.