Topiary is a form of pruning wherein a shrub or small tree is trimmed and trained into an interesting, elegant, or whimsical shape. Topiary shapes can range from a classic spiral or ball-on-stem to a ...

Yew hedges or topiary can stay neat with just one trim per year, and October represents the end of the window to do this. Regular trimming results in dense growth – perfect for hedges or topiary – and ...

Find out how and when to prune holly bushes of all types to keep them looking their best. Holly plants range from petite shrubs to lofty trees, and some are evergreen while others are deciduous.

Pruning plants in the landscape can be a daunting task. "How far back should they be pruned," "when should I prune" and "how do I prune" are frequent questions all county extension agents get. Pruning ...

One of the great things about junipers—along with the fact they’re usually ignored by deer—is how self-sufficient they are. Junipers practically set the gold standard for “plant ‘em and forget ‘em” ...

Q.: Our holly bushes are really big and seem a little out of control but we sure do not want to loose them. Is now a good time to trim them and how far back should we trim? Robert Gizowski, Freeland A ...

Question: I have two gorgeous, big burning bushes in my yard that are really, really in need of trimming. I don’t want to trim before they put on their autumn show, but I need to know when is the best ...

Most homeowners figure it's enough work trimming the house-front yews and azaleas once every June. Imagine carving hundreds of shrubs throughout a 3-acre yard - and doing it every 4 to 6 weeks the ...

SUMMER is already full of gardening jobs. From planting new blooms to mowing your lawn, any keen gardener's to-do list is already pretty full. But according to Gardeners’ World, there's one summer ...

Bay trees have a range of potential uses and are often grown so people can harvest their leaves, which people dry out and add to dishes for an aromatic flair. People can grow and dry their own at home ...