Bypass pruners work like scissors, whereas other tools use leverage or make crushing cuts. Learn how these tools work to find ...

Almost every tree needs to be pruned at some point in its life. Sometimes a tree may need to be trimmed to help it, such as dealing with storm damage, reducing limb weight, removing dead limbs and ...

Healthy, well-kept trees and shrubs are an asset to any yard and there are varieties for every plot, whether you want trees to populate a large area or are looking for shrubs for a tiny spot. Knowing ...

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 ...

December brings an ideal moment to care for a popular ornamental tree, giving gardeners a chance to support strong growth and ...

If you're new to gardening and are just deciding which tools you need, you might want to understand the difference between garden shears and pruners.

Take the guesswork out of harvesting with our guide on how to prune a peach tree to yield bigger, better fruit.

Prune in winter to get the most out of the investment of time and money you put into this fall-fruiting tree — that is, lots ...

When you first brought your little fruit tree home, it was cute as a button, pretty with flowers and the promise of long limbs. Now that it’s older, your little darling’s got an untamed personality, ...

I’m a freelance home improvement writer covering tools, DIY projects, and home products for Popular Mechanics and other publications. I’m a former residential and commercial carpenter, and an ...

It’s never funny when trees and shrubs are battered by storms. While I was channel surfing, though, I stumbled across a “Three Stooges” skit that depicted this slapstick-comedy team hilariously ...

Ever looked out at your garden in winter and wondered if you should bother with pruning? It can feel odd to fuss over plants ...