Don’t be a plant wrecker. Prune well and you help a tree or shrub remain healthy.

However, far too many healthy large trees are damaged by incorrect pruning. Simply reducing the height of a large tree by topping does not make it safer.

When and how do you prune a palm tree? Palm trees are low-maintenance backyard trees and do not require lots of pruning. However, you must be prepared with the right tools and knowledge to prune a ...

We show you how to properly prune a peach tree for great peaches and a healthy tree.

Q:We obtained the start of a tree dahlia last year, and it has grown up and bloomed. Now it looks really ugly. I understand I should prune it. Can you tell me when and how to do it?

How much should be pruned? Can we trim the sides and top of the tree? Is pruning the tree necessary? How big will the tree get? Ours blooms from September to November.

Pruning also controls tree size. If left to their own devices, apple trees can become large, with the best fruits high on the outer perimeter where better sunlight encourages flowering and ...

While contradictory to traditional thinking, it’s crucial to get a tree that’s not too full. “Ornaments should hang on the tree as opposed to lean on the tree,” Billy says. Make sure the ...

It is best to prune less aggressively or wait another year or two if the tree is under stress due to drought, disease or insect damage, or if it has been aggressively pruned in the last couple of ...

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 ...