Winter pruning takes advantage of the plant’s dormancy. With sap flow slowed and leaves gone, structural flaws are easy to ...

Japanese maples are stunning trees with vibrant foliage that are relatively easy to care for - but there's one essential ...

Crape myrtle blooms on new growth, so the best time to cut back these trees is in late winter, before new growth has sprouted. January through March is generally the best time to prune a crape myrtle, ...

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Ever looked at your plants after a trim and wondered why they aren’t bouncing back? Pruning can be a game-changer for a beautiful, healthy garden, but it’s surprisingly easy to make mistakes that set ...

Seasonal landscaping mistakes to avoid this year include watering schedules that don't match the season, neglecting soil care, and planting at the wrong time. These common missteps are often the ...

Focus on removing branches that are dead, weak, rubbing against others, or growing in the wrong direction to improve plant health. Deciduous trees like Japanese maples can be thinned out to showcase ...