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 ...

When pruning a tree, try to work with the tree's growth pattern. If a branch is too long or growing in the wrong direction, prune it back to a side branch growing in a more appropriate direction, or ...

It's important to keep on top of your gardening as the season changes and there are plenty of tasks to be getting on with in ...