As our landscape starts to come out of winter dormancy it is time to start cutting away the winter cold damage. However, we need to use some caution as we pull out the pruners. There are diseases in ...

Cleaning gardens in fall creates a healthier environment for plants. Having the right tools to clean up dead plants and ...

Garden tools can sustain a lot of wear and tear during the growing season, so cleaning and maintaining them is essential if you want your tools to last. While it may be tempting to wait until spring ...

Q: I had a mature Canary Island palm in my back yard for about 10 years. This summer it became infected and died. I have a monthly service with a landscaping company, and their best efforts to keep it ...

IN my Jan. 18 column I discussed winter pruning. Based on the number of emails I received, it seems to have generated considerable interest for gardeners who prune during winter. Most of the questions ...

With the array of tools available, make sure you prune with the one best suited for the job, whether it's clipping plant ...

When spring chores start competing for your gardening time, you won’t want to tackle them with a rusty, dull tool. Sharp tools will make most jobs easier, reducing blisters and backaches. Clean tools ...

When you're pruning away in your garden, do you put your secateurs away once you're done with them or do you take the time to clean them thoroughly? After a day in the garden, the last thing many of ...

When you head out in the cold for winter pruning, be sure you have the right kind of pruners. Handheld bypass pruners are among a gardener’s most basic tools. “Having the right pruners and keeping ...

Cleaning up your garden before spring is a vital chore. If you have raised beds, there's something you may be forgetting if ...