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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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I have about 80 tulip bulbs that I purchased in early November, and ...

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 ...

This March 8, 2013 photo shows miniature daffodils in a pet cemetery that will need time to recharge for the next growing cycle near Langley, Wash. Small bulbs can make a big impact but they need six ...

Pruning shrubs and perennials in May can reward you with neater plants and tremendous future flowering displays. There is a lot to do in the garden this month, but do not overlook pruning when putting ...