CORVALLIS — It’s the time of year when fruit trees are on the minds of beginning and experienced backyard enthusiasts. More and more homeowners are adding fruit trees to their landscape and now’s the ...

To remove a branch, use a three-cut method that protects both you and the tree. Making the cut this way will prevent the branch from tearing away and ripping bark from the trunk. Ripped-off bark makes ...

Gardeners who have fruit trees in their gardens are being urged to do one task now to ensure they have a "lovely crop" in the ...

As late February approaches, commercial orchard owners, home growers and researchers prepare for the inevitable task of pruning.

There are two types of pruning cuts for fruit trees -- heading and thinning -- and which you use depends on what type of tree you’re trimming.

Discover the best time to prune roses to promote healthy growth and beautiful blooms. Learn about the specific needs of ...

In general, the best time to prune most plants is during late winter or early spring before new growth begins. It is also a great time to prune because the leaves are off and you can actually see the ...

Holly plants range from petite shrubs to lofty trees, and some are evergreen while others are deciduous. Because of all the ...

Q. What plants are pruned this month? A. Prune fruit trees and roses at the first sign of swelling in the growth buds. I ...

We have been very happy with our compacta nandinas that we planted eight or 10 years ago. They have made a nice, solid bed 30 ...