Annual pruning can help maintain your tree’s health, but let its growth guide you. If the tree has areas of dense growth, inward- or upright-growing shoots, or poor structure, pruning is in order. The ...

February is a good month to prune deciduous trees in many climates. As they are dormant, they suffer less stress from pruning, and there are fewer pests and diseases around at this time of year.

Japanese maples (Acer palmatum) are one of those trees that can really make a statement in the landscape. There are plenty of beautiful varieties that have distinct forms, whether that be upright and ...