If your tree branches were among those lost during the heavy snow this weekend, you might need to do some pruning. But before you get out the pruners, here are some tips on what and how to prune once ...
In interior Alaska and some parts of Canada, witches' broom (an abnormal outgrowth of branches of the tree resembling the sweeping end of a broom), is commonly seen on black and white spruce trees. From late fall through the winter, the brooms are dark brown or "dead"looking and are often mistaken for birds' and squirrels' nests.
Overhanging branches can block your garden or yard from getting the necessary sunlight, becoming safety hazards over time and potentially causing lawn or property damage. Pruning trees every so often ...
Pruning a tree branch may seem like a small garden chore, but it’s serious business. “If you don’t know what you’re doing and you don’t plan carefully, it can be dangerous not only for you, but for ...
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 ...
Which tree pruner is best? The best tree pruner is one that is big enough to remove woody material from your trees while being easy to handle. Tree pruners not only come in different sizes and shapes ...
My last article introduced the concept of structural pruning for young trees. The first two steps in the process of training a tree to a central leader and removing poorly attached branches were ...