So, to minimize those reasons to prune, select plants of an appropriate size. Other reasons to prune would be to shape up a ...

Hold off on pruning. Winter is a good time to prune a deciduous tree or shrub, but not an evergreen. Because the plant isn’t dormant, pruning in winter can stimulate new growth, prompting soft new ...

This compact evergreen makes a big impact ... they make such good selections for the garden. Plants are not susceptible to serious insect or disease problems, but can on occasional experience ...

Plants with fine needles, glossy leaves and glaucous foliage leverage contrast during these darkest months of the year. Dwarf conifers and broadleaf evergreen shrubs lend form and structure to the ...

With bright green foliage and a compact habit, Dragon Prince™ Cryptomeria from the Southern Living Plant Collection is the ...

Ten years ago, a mysterious new disease was found sweeping through Hawaii’s native ‘ohi‘a forests, killing off the foundation ...

Trees add beauty, shade, and value to a property, but they also require proper care to thrive. Pests and diseases are two major threats to tree health, and if left untreated, they can weaken or even ...

Evergreens in eastern Idaho often experience winter stress. The symptoms of browning needles, given the name of winter burn, ...

This year has seen its share of severe weather—but how do these powerful storms impact forests over the long term? A Virginia ...

Researchers are connecting two ecological problems in the Northeast in hopes of reducing the risk of tick-borne illnesses.