To prepare for next winter, it's important to lay the groundwork now Dogwoods (Cornus) are a shrub cultivated for their vibrant winter stems. They are renowned for their fabulous colour during the ...

Just because it's getting cold doesn't mean you can leave your yard alone - as even the most common trees will benefit ...

A cheery glimpse of color on a gray and wintry day: That’s why we plant shrubs with bright bark. Colorful bark is a main feature of red-osier dogwood (Cornus sericea subsp. sericea), Siberian dogwood ...

The key to understanding how to prune is to answer the question, “What is the purpose for pruning this particular plant?” The most effective reasons for pruning are to help establish the shape of a ...

PRUNING is a crucial part of gardening in spring as it encourages more flowers, foliage and colourful stems from a variety of plants. With just a few weeks to go until the season officially begins, it ...

Some plants like creek dogwood have branches or stems that get less vigorous over time and need a good pruning every 2 to 4 years. Winter is the best time for pruning out old stems in garden shrubs.

Pruning is one of the most rewarding winter jobs in the garden. Without any foliage, it’s much easier to achieve the shape you want from a tree or bush. But before you lift the secateurs, you need to ...

The subtle browns and grays of the winter landscape have a quiet beauty, but some days you just need something that shouts, such as red twig dogwoods. Whether they are in your garden or just off the ...

The year 2012 disappeared in a sodden puddle, the UK’s second wettest year on record, and my own garden ended up flooded, muddied and thoroughly bedraggled. Under such conditions, it is hard for ...

The wet and windy weather seems to be continuing, with some reasonably high temperatures. While it is welcome it is unlikely to last and in many ways I hope it doesn't as it may well lead to an ...

Pruning your garden, when done properly, can help promote healthy growth among your plants. During this time of the year, it is recommended to prune established bush and standard roses just as they ...