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Q. We have a tulip tree that is at least 7 or 8 years old. How do you prune this tree, and when is the best time to do it? A. The tulip tree, aka saucer or Japanese magnolia, has various growth habits ...

Pruning plants, flowers and trees encourages strong growers well as increases flower and fruit production, all of which gives aesthetic appeal to the garden. Pruning at the right time however, is ...

Leafless trees and shrubs seem almost dead in the winter, but they’re not. Bright daffodils and tulips of springtime and colorful summer perennials may feel like faded memories, yet they’re all still ...

Q: I'm wondering whether I can start doing some pruning now. Is this a good time? A: Early autumn is not a particularly auspicious time for pruning trees and shrubs. There is still enough warmth and ...

April has been cold and wet across most of the UK so many gardeners will be looking forward to a sunny, dryer May. May is another key month for gardeners with plenty of pruning, planting and ...