Pruning fruit trees in late winter during the dormant season can promote rampant upright “water sprout” growth, which might ...

The rose pruning event has drawn up to 100 volunteers in recent years. (Courtesy photo) The Santa Barbara Parks and ...

The good news is that our tough approach leads to plentiful blooms by May. For winter pruning you need either a hand saw or ...

No special experience is required, as pruning demonstrations will be provided by Santa Barbara Rose Society member and resident rosarian Dan Bifano. Volunteers are asked to bring their own gloves and ...

Decluttering is all about getting rid of excess and clearing your space. Luckily, there are quite a few must-have tools that ...

Those searching for an alternative to loppers or a manual pruning saw will appreciate how quickly and easily this pruner gets the job done. In addition to its lightweight, compact design ...

Stihl may be known for its chainsaws, but the company makes more tools than just that. Here are some lesser-known Stihl tools ...

Pruning during this window helps the plant conserve energy and focus on producing high-quality fruit. • Gather Tools and Gear ...

Pruning techniques vary depending on the plant species you’re working with and the desired outcome — surprisingly, there’s much more to it than hacking at your tree or shrub with shears or a saw. To ...

Pruning shrubs is not like taking a hedge trimmer to the bushes in the front yard. Dealing with a densely branched plant can be intimidating, but if you take your time and use the proper tools and ...