Crepe myrtles, Lagerstroemia indica, vary in size from dwarf shrubs to multi-trunked and single-trunk trees growing to 30 feet tall. Most varieties produce beautiful blooms starting in spring or ...

To perform lofty clipping duties without grabbing a ladder, you’ll want to invest in a pole pruner. This one affords a range of around 3.5m, extending to a maximum of 6m and is equipped with a ...

After fruit was thinned to 8 inches apart, this 5-year-old tree still produced 84 large apples. Many fruit trees — including semidwarf varieties — can easily grow to 15 feet and taller. Anyone who has ...

Regular pruning enhances yields and supports the health of a thriving pear tree. Pear trees produce juicy, sweet fruit, which can be enjoyed fresh, canned, or used in a wide array of recipes. To ...

A good pruner helps you keep your trees healthy, maintains their attractive shape, deals with accidental damage, and, in the case of fruit trees, can increase their yield. It’s also much safer than ...

Japanese maple trees are best known for their autumn-coloured leaves and elegant structure, but the unique aesthetic doesn't come without some hard pruning. As with many trees and shrubs, cutting back ...