Sharp handheld shears are an invaluable tool for any gardener. From pruning bushes to snipping herbs to deadheading flowers, ...

Whether you choose to can, dehydrate, make salsa, or roast your tomatoes, these methods will help you reduce waste.

For an industry where cost and access to labor is uncertain in even the best conditions, agriculture has long looked to tech for solutions in automation. With the AI revolution in full bloom on farms, ...

The best time to prune most of our deciduous trees and shrubs is late winter. One reason is that insect pests and plant ...

My last article discussed how to prepare seedlings for growing plants. In February, the gardener needs to consider what plants require some form of pruning before the gardening season. Pruning ...

Hard pruning removes more stems but leads the rose bushes to grow longer and produce more flowers. This method is perfect for pruners who like to cut roses for displays and bouquets. Light pruning ...

After pruning, you will end up with blueberry bushes that have more fresh growth than brown within a three-year period.

Follow these tips on how to prune citrus trees to encourage strong branches and improve fruit production. Knowing when and ...

Dead or damaged stems should be removed, along with any weak or crossing branches. Pruning up to a third of the remaining stems will help keep the plant in good shape. Russian sage is another ...

“If you have a rose that’s a single-bloomer, maybe it blooms once in the spring or even early summer, best to wait till after ...

An area on the outside of a tree trunk that appears to be stained white or looks wet during summer is likely bacterial ...

Trained trees, such as espaliers, cordons, pyramids and fans should be pruned in late August or early September. When pruning it's essential to keep your secateurs sharp. Blunt tools can cause ...