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Before You Hang a Single Christmas Tree Ornament, Do This Step First

Discover how to prune a Christmas tree. This is a task many neglect when brining a real Christmas tree home for the festive ...
The Advocate

Dan Gill says to prune Christmas cactuses now, but wait to decide whether schefflera survived cold

Can I cut the foliage back on my Christmas cactuses? I have several that are now 3 or 4 years old and are getting rather leggy. Please let me know what you think. — Ned You can prune your Christmas ...
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Arborists reveal when to prune a birch tree to keep it healthy and beautiful, plus when not to trim

Birch trees are magnificent trees to have in any garden. While they bring charm, color and character to a space, they have ...
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How to Prune an Apple Tree So It Produces Fruit for Years to Come

Pruning apple trees encourages growth and prevents reduces the risk of disease. Cristian Bortes / EyeEm / Getty Images A thriving apple tree is a wonderful addition to any garden. Not only are apple ...
Tulsa World

Is it time to prune your plants and trees? | Master Gardener

Now that we are starting to lose leaves, the question always comes up: Is now a good time to prune? The answer is yes on some plants and no on other plants. But then there’s the greater question: Why ...
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How to Prune a Lemon Tree So it Produces Fruit for Years to Come

Prune lemon trees after all the fruit has been harvested, usually in late winter or early spring. Avoid pruning more than 30 percent of the tree to prevent it from going into shock. Use clean, sharp ...