For many plants, pruning in late winter can ruin your flower display. But for these summer bloomers, it'll have the opposite ...

Spring is so far away, but we can still dream of it! One of my favorite spring flowering shrubs are lilacs — they smell like ...

Winter is the perfect time for certain trees, but timing is crucial. Pruning at the right moment can keep your trees ...

Major pruning of Confederate roses is generally done in March or early April and can continue through August. Cuttings about ...

In many parts of the country, gardeners move indoors as their outdoor plants shut down for months on end. Early spring is when many gardeners' patience is most tested, as they're looking to get ...

While the rest of the garden rests, January is the perfect opportunity to perform a few crucial gardening tasks, including pruning. It’s a chance to prepare for the upcoming spring, despite it feeling ...

Pruning Lavender In Spring With Lavender Plant Care ! How To Prune Properly For Maximum Flowers Unlock the secrets to vibrant, flourishing lavender plants with our comprehensive guide to pruning ...

Q: I just read your column about a white-flowering bush. It reminded me of my question about white-flowering trees in the early spring along the highway. I am not referring to dogwood trees. These ...

Karen is a writer and editor with more than 25 years of print and digital media experience working in newspapers, educational publishing, marketing, nonprofits, and magazines. Once October hits, you ...

As fall settles in, hibiscus flowers won't be fooled by a quick trim. They're counting on intentional fall care to carry them through. How you treat hibiscus in the fall sets the tone for next year's ...

Most people know hibiscus as a shrub bursting with bright flowers, but fewer realize it can be shaped into a small, ornamental tree. The secret isn't some rare variety or special fertilizer. All your ...

Q: Could you give me some tips on how my mini tree could be pruned so it grows more upward instead of outward? And should I do it this fall or next spring? — Carrie M. A: Your photo shows a beautiful ...