Fig trees (Ficus carica) are shrubs or small trees that thrive in warm climates, tolerating droughts and heat. They are grown ...

Sure, unpruned fruit trees can still produce a crop. But knowing how to prune fruit trees properly helps them be more productive and the fruit will be easier to harvest. This guide explains the ...

Most apple tree owners know our fruit trees should be pruned. But when we’re standing in front of the tree with pruning shears in hand, knowing how to begin the surgery can feel intimidating. Apple ...

I need help pruning three shade trees that I planted last year that are now about 12 to 15 feet tall. They had bare trunks up to 4 feet when I planted them. Is it time to prune up to 6 feet now? A few ...

A fresh, young pomegranate tree may not look like it needs pruning, but these tips will help determine how the tree grows ...

“Prune until it hurts, and then prune some more,” was the old saying repeated by North Dakota State University’s Professor Neal Holland as he taught apple tree pruning to us young horticulture ...

There are some low branches from a few shade trees hanging over my front sidewalk and driveway that I would like to prune to increase the clearance for people and cars. Is it OK to prune some branches ...

Discover a selection of stone fruit trees and others that should never be pruned in winter, along with expert advice for when ...

Q: I had someone trim some tree branches that were too low, but I’m not sure how to check if they did a good job. What do I look for? A: Trees develop their own version of scar tissue after pruning ...