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 ...

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

Pruning maple trees, birches, and willows in winter is not recommended because they are prone to excessive sap running from ...

Gardeners who have ornamental trees and shrubs know that sooner or later they will have to prune. However, many are still reluctant to tackle this task. They have the awareness to prune but many times ...

Choose the right type of tree. Selecting a variety of apple or pear tree that will thrive in your yard and produce the fruit you want requires careful research. Jon Traunfeld of the University of ...

Question: I read your article on pruning fruit trees. I have some junipers that have overgrown my sidewalk. Is this a good time to prune them? Should I just prune them off at the edge of the sidewalk?

Q: I know from reading your articles, you are not a big fan of the Bradford pear tree. This time of year, I am amazed at how many there are around. I've enclosed pictures of two trees, which are very ...

The gardening season has started and if you’ve got questions, turn to Ask an Expert, an online question-and-answer tool from Oregon State University’s Extension Service. OSU Extension faculty and ...

Many gardeners overlook January, but it's one of the most effective times to prune plants ahead of spring. Keep reading for all the plants to prune in January.

A gardening expert has warned that pruning many types of plant in January can cause long-term damage - and some should not be ...