Succulents: Hen and chicks make the ideal fire-resistive plant. With other succulents, such as rockcress, Moss rose, Sedums ...

Q: Could you give me some tips on how my mini tree could be pruned so it grows more upward instead of outward? And should I do it this fall or next spring? — Carrie M. A: Your photo shows a beautiful ...

You are legally responsible for any expenses and potential damage caused by trimming your neighbor's tree. Experts recommend first talking with your neighbor to get permission before pruning any part ...

05:00, Wed, Oct 1, 2025 Updated: 17:05, Thu, Oct 2, 2025 Autumn is a busy season in the pruning calendar, the perfect time to remove old growth and to get plants into shape. Many plants that have ...

Pruning is the primary care task required when it comes to Japanese maples to keep them flourishing for as long as possible. Whatever variety of Japanese maple you have, gentle trimming beneath the ...

Q: What are these structures growing on our Spring Welcome Magnolia? — Randy S. A: The round, red-colored structures in your photo are the seed-bearing pods, or fruits, of the magnolia. The pods can ...

This restoration revives a cherished pruning saw from the 1960s. The process includes disassembly, cleaning, sandblasting, and electrolysis to remove rust. Teeth are repaired, sharp edges smoothed, ...

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 ...

Every year, millions of poinsettias brighten up windowsills around the world. But behind the festive plant lies a hidden problem: the beautiful branching, which gives the poinsettia its decorative ...

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 ...

Kem Ormond is a features writer for The Country. She’s also a keen gardener. This week, she’s waiting patiently to see her grape vine burst into leaf. Table grapes are typically characterised by their ...

Gardening in September and the first half of October is considered by many the sweet spot of the entire year. While it’s certainly not the time to plant warm-weather crops, there’s a lot that can be ...