An in-depth guide to pruning a loquat tree to keep it controlled, healthy, and fruiting. Including expert advice for when and ...

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 ...

Orcharding requires effort, but the resulting yields of fresh fruit make it all worthwhile. One of the most important aspects of growing fruit trees is pruning. This applies to large commercial and ...

January marks a strategic period for those who care for the garden with attention. During winter, many trees enter dormancy, which reduces stress caused by cutting and promotes faster, more balanced ...

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 ...

In the past, I have written about how to properly prune trees. To add a little bit of interest, I thought perhaps it would be beneficial to show examples of poor pruning and the reasons why these ...

As the temperature drops, getting outside and finishing the rest of your chores for the season can be challenging. As a result, it can be tempting to skip some of the tasks you have lined up to get ...

Pruning an apple tree can seem like a daunting task if you have never done it before. Like most other skills, you start out slowly learning the basics to help build confidence. Then once the basic ...

Native to North America, amenable to a range of growing conditions, and beneficial to many types of wildlife, serviceberry (Amelanchier spp.) is a landscaping powerhouse. It's also beautiful to behold ...