Cutting back crepe myrtles is a divisive topic, but there is one thing we can all agree on. The best time to cut back crepe myrtles is before new spring growth makes its appearance.

In May, high winds blew down the center trunk of the maple tree shown in the photo. The tree is still alive and had full ...

Effective pruning also maintains a healthy and vibrant tree, boosts fruit production, and protects against pests and diseases ...

The tree pruning months of January, February and March have arrived. Major trimming is generally recommended during the months that trees are dormant. This can be done to control size, ...

Instead of painting old wood furniture, easily refresh the stained finish with a new coat of stain and a dark wax without sanding or stripping the original stain. The goal for this cedar chest was to ...

So when you find the right Geranium for your garden, you may want to learn how to get even more out of your plants. In this video I demonstrate two different ways to shear back your plants for ...

Next spring I will be joining a rose tour in France, so I need to brush up on my French. I gathered up my French books and started by reviewing the chapter on how to ask questions, because if you want ...

Abutilon, or flowering maple, is considered an annual that must be replaced each year, but in Western Washington gardeners have had great success growing the plant for several years without even ...

Routine pruning is not a necessary part of orchid care; however, there are times when a little cutting back is beneficial to the plant. Knowing how to prune an orchid is useful when you want to ...

Pruning hydrangeas isn't just about giving your shrubs a neat shape; it's all about timing. Cut at the wrong moment, and you could be removing next season's flowers before they even get a chance to ...