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Designers say this native shrub is replacing boxwood in formal gardens

Inkberry holly is the shrub replacing boxwood in formal gardens. Designers explain why it's the best alternative for pest and ...

There’s a critical window for pruning camellias. Here’s when to grab the shears

Patience is key when downsizing an overgrown camellia, and this gradual approach prevents stress while reshaping decades-old ...
Gardening Know How on MSN

How and when to prune rhododendrons for a shapely shrub and a riot of spring color

Is your rhody getting as tall as your house? Crowding out its neighbors? Maybe it just needs a gentle trim. However you want ...
The Iola Register

Prune evergreens in spring

As evergreen trees and shrubs across Kansas begin their annual spring growth flush, now is the ideal time for homeowners to inspect and prune landscape ...
Deavita

Pruning Bush Tomatoes: When It Really Makes Sense on a Balcony

Pruning bush tomatoes isn't always necessary — but on a crowded balcony, knowing when and how to thin them out can protect ...