Gardeners who prune fruit trees in winter find it is the best season for an all-around view of the subject. "It is much easier to see and make the cut," says South Bay horticulturist Pete Howes. In ...

Bypass pruning shears are among the most popular tools in gardening. Almost everyone who grows plants, indoors or out, likely has a pair of these pruning shears — whether they know that's what they ...

In February, before spring has arrived and the bugs are back out, it's a great time to do some yard maintenance. These trees ...

Pruning is essential if you want to keep your fruit trees healthy. Doing this will stimulate healthy growth, and over time, help the tree develop stronger branches. With most apple trees, November is ...

Owning pruning shears is critical for any homeowner or gardener who takes pride in their landscape. These handheld tools are designed to precisely trim stems and branches, thereby ensuring the ...

Just because there’s snow on the ground doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in the garden until spring. Late winter is often ...

The secret to the perfect fig is in your shears. A few strategic cuts turn a tangled thicket into a high-yielding masterpiece. Here’s how to master pruning fig trees ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Up close on lemons growing on a lemon tree Knowing when to prune a lemon tree is important as getting the timing right will boost ...

For pruning, as for any gardening task, good equipment makes a big difference. “Using the right tools will be healthier for your trees and shrubs,” said Sharon Yiesla, plant knowledge specialist at ...

Shoppers are praising the lightweight Ryobi 18V One+ Cordless Pruning Saw that cuts branches up to 13cm and is now discounted ...