I would like to prune my shrubs so that they keep their natural shape instead of becoming hedges like some of my neighbors’. Could you give me some pointers or tell me where I can get some reliable ...

We recently purchased a home that fits us very well, but the landscape does not fit us. Shrubs have been sheared into thick, artificial-looking boxes and balls rather than the natural look that we ...

Question: My shrubs have been sheared so they are thick and unnatural. Can I do some pruning that will bring them back to their natural shape and thickness? Is now a good time to prune? Answer: Yes, ...

Some shrubs require constant pruning to keep them looking good. Learn more about eight shrubs that do not need to be trimmed or pruned often and still keep their shape and look good.

Q: Can I trim and shape my globe evergreen bushes and if so, can I do it this spring? They’ve been in place a number of years and do have dead branches inside. What would you suggest for trimming back ...

Pruning is my favorite gardening task and I am happy that the pruning season is quickly approaching. It’s a good time to ...

While some people enjoy the wild, untamed look of shrubs and hedges, many gardeners prefer to keep them neatly trimmed. Consistent pruning is important, but if you're growing evergreen plants for ...

I have had a number of questions on shrub pruning recently. Most often, when people think of shrub pruning, they envision hedging them with shears to conform to a shape they find desirable. If your ...

Have you ever wished you could get your front entrance to look like a high-end estate with top-of-the-line hedges, without spending a fortune on topiaries? Then you're in luck, because there is one ...

Come winter most gardens are a little past their prime, looking brown, wilted, and maybe a little sad. That doesn't have to be the case, though. Gardeners who plan ahead and plant evergreens can have ...

Hydrangeas can be somewhat fussy, but this hardy flowering shrub is adaptable and deer-resistant, making it an ideal pick.

Looking for an easy way to add colour, structure and year-round interest to your outdoor space? Shrubs are one of the smartest plants you can grow in pots, whether you have a compact balcony, a patio, ...