My last article introduced the concept of structural pruning for young trees. The first two steps in the process of training a tree to a central leader and removing poorly attached branches were ...

Most people find the concept of removing multiple leaders and removing poorly attached branches to be pretty easy to understand. The process of visualizing future growth and selecting appropriate ...

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 ...

The Tree Pruning: What Do Trees Think publication explains the physiological and physical changes that happen within trees as a response to pruning. Guiding young and medium-aged trees to develop good ...

Tom Oder is a writer, editor, and communication expert who specializes in sustainability and the environment with a sweet spot for urban agriculture. When most people think of architecture, they ...

Why timing matters: Pruning at the right season supports blooms, fruit quality, and disease prevention, while pruning at the wrong time can harm plants. Tools for success: Using clean, sharp bypass ...

I love pruning. Next to weeding, it’s my favorite gardening task. My husband says I like to control my garden rather than tend it, but I like to think I’m shaping and guiding my plants to keep them ...

Learn how to prune a money tree effectively to promote healthy growth, shape the plant, and keep it looking its best. Because money trees are fast-growing houseplants, you might find you need to cut ...

Because money trees are fast-growing houseplants, you might find you need to cut yours back from time to time to maintain it at a manageable size. Knowing how to prune a money tree (Pachira aquatica) ...