Baby, it's cold outside – but that's exactly why you need to learn how to prune shrubs in February like a pro. When it comes to what to prune in February, shrubs are top of the list. This is because ...
Blueberry bushes need pruning to encourage new growth that produces bigger fruit. Follow these tips for removing old, weak, or dead canes for a healthy plant.
One task that home gardeners can spend a lot of time on is pruning their shrubs. There are four reasons that you might engage in this task: to affect flower or fruit production; to direct the growth ...
It's challenging to know when and how to prune your shrubs so they grow strong and healthy. This one prefers a gentle trim ...
According to an old saying, if you’ve properly pruned your shrubs, they shouldn’t look pruned. That’s sage advice — unless, of course, you’re pruning shrubs to look like Donald Duck at Disney World.
Q: Can I trim and shape my globe evergreen bushes and if so, can I do it this spring? They’ve been in place a number of years and do have dead branches inside. What would you suggest for trimming back ...
Boxwoods are hardy evergreen shrubs that are valuable for forming borders for driveways and walkways for formal and contemporary homes. Learn when to trim boxwoods and how best to do it for a neat, ...
Mid- to late-winter provides an excellent opportunity to prune a variety of plants in the landscape. Plants that can be pruned now include most hedges, shrubs and shade trees, and summer-flowering ...
A practical October pruning guide for Indian gardens to remove dead wood, shape plants lightly, and promote healthy growth after the monsoon, preparing for the cooler season ahead.
Do yourself and your shrubs some good by getting outside to prune them in midwinter. “This time of year, when shrubs and small trees are dormant, is an easy time to prune them,” said Sharon Yiesla, ...
Pruning and trimming are both ways to grow healthier, more beautiful plants. But although these two strategies are similar—cutting away leaves, branches, or other plant parts—they should be used at ...