It’s that time of year when you start getting out your garden tools ahead of spring to realize they are not looking their best. If you’ve stored your tools in a shed or other outbuildings, they're ...

As our landscape starts to come out of winter dormancy it is time to start cutting away the winter cold damage. However, we need to use some caution as we pull out the pruners. There are diseases in ...

Regular cleaning of pruning shears and other garden tools not only extends their lifespan by preventing rust and debris buildup but also stops the spread of common plant pests and diseases. Some of ...

Pruning tools can spread diseases like Sphaeropsis Gall and Fusarium wilt between plants. Diseases can affect a variety of plants, including hollies, palms, and even turfgrass. Sanitizing tools is ...

With the right tools and techniques, you’ll get the tree pruning job done safely and keep your tree healthy and strong.

Pruning pepper plants improves branching, root health, and fruit ripening. Early-season pruning focuses on developing strong ...

Q: I have attended several pruning demonstrations over the past couple of years. One presenter said only to use a 10-percent bleach solution to sanitize pruning tools, while another said they use ...

1. When pruning, it is advisable to disinfect pruning shears when moving from one plant to the next so as to prevent the spread of pathogens – bacteria, fungi, and viruses – that cause disease. Common ...

Homes & Gardens experts pick 12 essential pruning tools to help homeowners look after their garden easily and efficiently, ...

Pruning is considered the best preventive maintenance for landscape trees and shrubs. It promotes strong structural framework on trees that can help withstand storm damage and provide long-term ...