By Amy-Lynn Albertson N.C. Cooperative Extension Picture this: a once-graceful crape myrtle, reduced to sad, bare stumps each winter — a practice known as “crape murder.” Many believe this drastic […] ...

The term “crape murder” describes the practice of drastically cutting back a crape myrtle, often removing large limbs or even ...

It seems counter-intuitive, but cutting back apricot trees can actually lead to more fruit production. Learn when, where, and how to prune your apricot tree.

Don't let old growth see another spring.

By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site ...

For many plants, pruning in late winter can ruin your flower display. But for these summer bloomers, it'll have the opposite effect — here's why.

Winter pruning takes advantage of the plant’s dormancy. With sap flow slowed and leaves gone, structural flaws are easy to ...

Doing one task to Japanese maples in winter can promote healthy growth and stimulate dormant buds for a 'more vigorous start in the spring' ...

Prune crape myrtles in late winter to encourage strong new growth and flower production. Avoid pruning in spring, summer, or fall to prevent cutting off new flowers and stressing the tree. Never top ...

The rising costs of labor and equipment are trickling down to homeowners who need to call “timber!” By Dan Levin What is removing a tree worth? Quotes vary widely, depending on size, risk and ...

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - Warm spells in the winter months are not uncommon around these parts. Looking ahead to my family coming to our house on the day after Christmas, the forecast says it will reach ...

Tree farmers and the marketing group that supports them want more Americans to buy live-cut trees. A new Home Depot ad gave them holiday hope. By Kevin Draper Milk had “Got Milk?” Beef had “Beef: It’s ...