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November pruning can put some plants at risk of winter damage. Hold off until after blooming to prune these plants and ensure a season of beautiful blooms.

Key Takeaways Failing to prune trees can lead to structural weakness in limbs and the overall stability of the tree.Weak or too-large trees can cause thousands in damage, threaten injury, and cause ...

Prune apple trees in late winter or early spring to prevent disease and help healing. Limit pruning to 25 percent of the tree ...

Homeowners know that a well-maintained landscape adds value to their property. One aspect of a good landscape is healthy trees. Taking the time to train young trees through structural pruning ...

Just because you have a small yard doesn't mean you need to miss out on growing your own fruit. These trees are bred to ...

Ahead, the best fruit trees to plant this fall for future harvests: ...

The clocks edge back, borders empty, and yet allotments hum with quiet urgency. Growers whisper about a two-tree trick. As nights lengthen, a narrow ...

Shorter days and cooling nights change your orchard’s rhythm, and a quiet October habit begins to shape next spring’s rewards. Professionals slip out with ...

As the weather gets colder, you might wonder which plants actually still benefit from a good tidy-up. We've rounded up 5 plants you can still prune in November.

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