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Please prune the shrubs, deer
Although unconcerned with promoting plant health or aesthetics, in at least one situation deer can actually help us prune well.
Please prune the shrubs, deer
Although unconcerned with promoting plant health or aesthetics, in at least one situation deer can actually help us prune well.
Tips for protecting trees and shrubs from storms
Even the sturdiest-looking trees can be brought down by high winds, heavy snow and ice, but there are ways you can limit the damage.
Fate of giant Glade Place cottonwood debated again
VALPARAISO | The fate of the giant cottonwood at the entrance to the Glen Glade condominiums again is up for discussion by the home owners association.
Prune spring bloomers now for flowers next year
The show is over: Spring blooming shrubs and vines have strutted their stuff. With blossoms past, they are melding into other landscape greenery.
'Renovate' old trees, shrubs with careful pruning
A desire to tidy up the garden and do something outdoors — even before anything much is really happening there yet, garden-wise — drives many of us out to prune now.
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Participants in this workshop will meet Deep River County Park horticulturist Bryan McKay in front of Wood's grist mill, and will walk to the orchard for a demonstration on the proper pruning techniques for fruit trees. Topics will also include insect control, sprays and year-round care for …
Tips for grafting in your garden
Visitors to my garden this time of year are often astonished to see me lopping the tops off some of my trees.
When—and how—to prune clematis
There's a lot to like about clematis, one of the earliest vines to green up in the spring. It's easy to grow, blooms in profusion and is hardy, with some varieties lasting over 50 years.
Pruning's a necessary evil, and can be done well
Pruning can't help but wound a plant. But the injury doesn't have to compromise its health.
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