From perennials that need to be pruned in the fall to trees that need a light trim in the dead of winter, a gardener's pruning shears never get any rest. However, it can be a little dizzying trying to ...

Azaleas that are more exposed — such as those planted farther from a home or wind protection — are often the first to show ...

Azaleas produce clouds of vibrant blooms from spring to fall, but only if you stick to a pruning schedule that doesn't mess with the plant's natural cycles.

Unfortunately they often prune plants that should not be pruned. Flowering shrubs such as lilac, azalea and rhododendron set their flower buds in the late summer and fall. If pruned in the winter many ...

Snow may look harmless, but for certain plants it can cause lasting harm. Understanding which ones need help can make winter ...

December can be a nerve-wracking time for many gardeners. The weather gets colder every week, snow begins to accumulate on garden beds, and the glory days of spring and summer seem like a lifetime ago ...

Most gardeners know: Pruning is a necessary evil. Even the most low-maintenance gardens require an occasional trim. Not only is pruning an effective way to control your plants' size, but it can also ...

Question: I’m forcing an amaryllis bulb into bloom. How long will it take it to flower as I want to give it as a gift? Answer: Allow at least six weeks from planting your bulb to grow a bud opening ...

Fig trees grow quickly, and cutting them back drastically helps keep them at a manageable size. Learn how and when to prune them for healthy harvests.

As temperatures drop, muscadine vines across North Florida enter their winter dormancy. Dormancy is essential for protecting ...