We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pruning is one of the gardening tasks. It old, dead, damaged, and weak wood that might otherwise cause serious problems for plants. And when ...

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Q: What type of equipment do I need to prune trees and shrubs? A: Proper pruning tools for a home gardener include hand shears, lopping shears and a pruning saw. Hand or pruning shears are generally ...

If you have the climate to grow orange trees or other compact citrus varieties in your yard, you can enjoy an abundance of glossy green foliage, fragrant blossoms, and juicy, fresh fruit. Evergreen ...

Most apple tree owners know our fruit trees should be pruned. But when we’re standing in front of the tree with pruning shears in hand, knowing how to begin the surgery can feel intimidating. Apple ...

As a rule, trees in North Florida can be pruned any time of year. However, the winter months seem to bring out the pruning bug in many folks. Winter can be an easier time to prune as many trees have ...

“There’s no reason to prune a tree, unless there’s a reason to prune it.” Kim Stone’s words may seem like double-talk. But the arborist for Boyce Thompson Arboretum near Superior is urging a bit of ...

Take the guesswork out of harvesting with our guide on how to prune a peach tree to yield bigger, better fruit. Proper pruning at specific times helps maintain a manageable tree size and promotes ...

Lemon trees (Citrus limon) are among the most popular citrus trees to grow. They are highly beautiful, and offer up bounties of vibrantly yellow, sour fruit that has a wide range of culinary, ...

The citizen street-tree pruner must live by certain rules: Sharp, clean tools are a pruner’s best friend. No climbing — all of your tree maintenance must be done with two feet on the ground. (“Never ...