pruning techniques
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How-To
A Better Way to Prune Smooth Hydrangeas
All of the hydrangeas in the native hydrangea plant trial done at Mt. Cuba Center bloom on new wood, which means that the flower buds develop when the shrub starts…
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How-To
Pruning Crape Myrtles in the Southeast
Crape myrtle (Lagerstroemia spp. and cvs., Zones 6–9) is one of the most popular and beloved shrubs in the Southeast. But knowing how and when to prune is crucial for…
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How-To
Proper Pruning for Young Trees
The act of planting a deciduous tree, particularly one you know will get quite large, comes with thoughts of the size and grandeur it will achieve over time. Knowing what…
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Design
Tips for Cutting Garden Roses to Bring Them in the House
We all like to cut rose blooms to bring them in the house. What are some tips to help keep them fresh in the vase. Our guest writer Michael Marriott…
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Kitchen Gardening
Defining Popular Pruning Terms
Knowing the definition of pruning terms won't automatically make you a pruning rock star. But, you'll probably know more than your neighbor.