When to Prune Flowering Shrubs The “when” of pruning will depend on the type of flowering shrub that graces your landscape. Plants in this group will fall into one of three categories: Early-blooming shrubs that flower in spring. These include long-standing favorites such as lilac, forsythia...
Whether you’re shaping a backyard haven or cultivating a crisp boundary, mastering the art of hedge trimming is the key to transforming unruly shrubs into sculpted statements. Here, you’ll discover tips and techniques to help you turn hedge maintenance from a daunting task into a rewarding hor...
Pro Tip:If you get a lot of snow in the winter, rounded and conical shapes deflect snow, but flat, wide tops collect it. You may still need to tie up certain shrubs or arborvitae, but choosing plants that naturally grow in these shapes will ease this winter chore and reduce the chance...
When you’re ready to prune and shape your leylandii, here are a few tips to keep in mind: Start with the obvious problem areas, like dead and broken branches. Topping isn’t always necessary; don’t trim the top unless it needs it. Keep the sides nice and neat; prune them two to...
This multi-purpose tool is used for shaping shrubs. They cut and maintain sharp edges on shrubs grown into hedges and work best on branches smaller than 1/2 inch. (2.54 cm) When to trim bushes Now that you have the right tool to cut bushes, your next question will likely be “when ...
Learn how to plant, grow, and prune your lilacs, one of the most carefree spring-flowering shrubs and provide a sweet, haunting fragrance, too!
Upright pyramidal habit, grows 8 to 12 feet tall and 3 to 6 feet wide. Exposure: Full sun Color: Blue-green Plant closely together for a good windbreak or screen from the elements. Frame entryways or line driveways or walkways. Trim into more formal or conical shapes or leave naturally ru...
Creating a topiary is an ancient artform, dating back thousands of years, and involves pruning or training shrubs or trees into various shapes. A boxwood shrub is commonly used, because of its compact growth, only about 3 feet tall, and dense foliage, wh
Trim the shrubs in the hedge into the desired shape with hedge shears. The exterior limbs and foliage of the hedge should be smooth and even. Follow Steps 2 and 3 of Pruning a Shrub to remove dead, damaged or diseased limbs, as well as crossed or rubbing limbs in the canopy of the ...
Fit around obstacles: Use a sharp blade or sod cutter to trim and shape the sod pieces to fit around trees, shrubs, flower beds, or other obstacles in your lawn. Ensure a snug fit for a seamless appearance. Butt the edges: Place each piece of sod tightly against its neighboring piece,...