As far as summer perennials go, catmint is at the top of horticulturist Christine Froehlich’s list for pruning. "The number ...

Pruning in July allows room for tender annuals and perennials to flourish in borders.

Topiary is the art of clipping shrubs or trees into ornamental shapes: does this sound familiar as part of garden maintenance ...

For whatever reason, my office has seen an explosion of homeowners bringing in branches covered in cottony maple scale. I ...

Bradford pear trees stink... literally. But there are many other reasons you will want to remove this invasive, ...

Gardening can be expensive, especially if you enjoy having numerous patio pots, beds, and borders during the summer. However, ...

Storms, pests, diseases, and overcrowding can all signal it's time to cut down a tree. Look for these signs and more to know ...

If you prune a spring-blooming tree or shrub after its flower buds have formed, you'll be lopping away any opportunity for a spring showing. When in doubt, always remember this advice from The Grumpy ...

This is different from pruning because it’s ongoing, as the plant is in bloom. Consistent dead heading keeps the plant in flowering mode.