Bob Bertog, president of Bertog Landscape Co. in Wheeling and a certified landscape professional with the National ...

Purdue Urban Forestry specialist Ben McCallister recently wrote about tips for tree care as we transition into autumn and winter. These tips include mulching, fertilizing, watering, limited pruning, p ...

Our garden experts have tips for your lawn, shrubs, perennials and vegetables as well as advice for storing tools and ...

Pruning doesn't have to feel overwhelming. A simple three-step rule can help you cut with confidence and keep your plants thriving through every season.

Expert insight: Basil Camu stresses that ‘pruning at this time can cause stress and reduce the tree's ability to heal.’ He notes that ‘Generally, it’s best to avoid pruning during late March through ...

Overhanging branches from a neighbour's tree can be a constant nuisance, creeping over fences, blocking out the sun and shedding leaves all over your lawn or patio. The frustration is clear, but the ...

Whilst certain Japanese maple cultivars provide year-round appeal through their graceful forms and diverse leaf tones during spring and summer months, it's during autumn that their foliage genuinely ...

A lawyer has explained your rights when cutting back the roots or branches of a neighbour's tree that encroaches on your garden. They creep over fences, block out the sun and shed leaves all over your ...

When a lilac stem is blooming out of reach, it is probably one of the oldest stems on the bush. It should be cut, as close to the ground as possible, to make room for new stems, which will be shorter ...

Storm-ready trees are structurally sound and properly maintained to minimize the risk of damage during harsh weather. Removing dead, weak or oversized limbs can help make your trees sturdy enough to ...

At Florida Power & Light Company (FPL), safety is the cornerstone of the commitment to customers and employees. This hurricane season, FPL urges Floridians to be prepared and aware of potential safety ...

Q: Could you provide some basic guidance on how not to kill a tree? I see conflicting information everywhere! Unfortunately, there are many ways to kill a tree, so I will try to cover the most common ...