How Can I Get My Hydrangeas to Bloom?
I'm struggling to get my hydrangeas to bloom. One plant has a few flowers, but the other one has none at all. Can someone help me figure out…
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How to Manage My Neighbors' Overgrown Hedge?
My neighbors have a seriously overgrown thicket made up of privet, elder, beech, and horse chestnut that's become more of a jungle. It's towering over 4 meters tall…
What Are "Center Buds" on Azaleas and How Should I Trim Them?
I've been house-sitting and my homeowner gave me some instructions on trimming their azalea bushes. She mentioned trimming off the 'new' growth from this year and specifically told…
Sawzall vs. Hackzall: Which is Better for Tree and Branch Pruning?
Hey everyone! I have a large property that's piled high with fallen branches, cactuses, and various trees. I'm trying to decide whether to go with a Sawzall or…
Will My Copper Beech Hedge Grow Taller After a Pruning Mistake?
I have a two-year-old copper beech hedge, and my wife mistakenly pruned the tops instead of the sides. I'm wondering if it will ever grow taller than it…
Tips for Growing a Red Falstaff M26 Apple Tree
Hey everyone! I'm looking to grow a Red Falstaff apple tree on M26 rootstock in my front garden. After a lot of research, I've decided this is the…
Does Pruning Tomatoes Really Boost Production?
Last year, I found myself trimming my tomato plants quite a bit, and surprisingly, within a week, I noticed a good crop of new tomatoes. It seemed like…
How Do You Properly Deadhead Flowers: Just the Blooms or the Stems Too?
I'm curious about the best practices for deadheading flowers. Should I only remove the spent blooms, or is it also necessary to cut back the stems? Any advice…
What Should I Do After It Rains on My Rose Fungicide?
Hey everyone! I typically avoid using synthetic products, but I've been struggling with mildew on my roses. I finally decided to try out Provonto Fungus Fighter, which contains…
Do I Need to Prune My Jade Plant?
I'm wondering if pruning my jade plant is necessary and if so, where should I cut? Any tips on how to do it properly would be really appreciated.…
Looking for Good Books on Pruning Vegetable Gardens
Hey everyone! I'm new to this forum and hoping to get some suggestions. I'm specifically looking for books that focus on pruning and maintaining a healthy vegetable garden.…
How to Safely Move a Bradford Pear Tree?
I'm looking to relocate a Bradford pear tree (about 1 to 1.25 inches in caliper and roughly 8 feet tall) that has been growing under a mature walnut…
Should I Prune My Clematis or Let It Be?
I've always cut back my Clematis every spring, but I've learned I might be doing it wrong this time. I've got a bunch of dead-looking vines that are…
How to Handle a 6m Tall Eucalyptus Tree in My Garden?
I just moved into a new house, and there's a 6-meter tall eucalyptus tree at the end of my garden. I've noticed it has been growing quite fast…
How Should I Prune My Double Gold Raspberries?
Hey everyone! I planted some bare root Double Gold raspberries last year, and I'm diving into the world of raspberry pruning. I've read that pruning differs between Primocane…
Can Pruning Help My Calathea Grow Bigger Leaves?
I've had my Calathea for over a year, and it seems to be thriving, but I can't help but notice that some Calatheas out there have huge, broad…
How Can I Keep Blueberries Short and Bushy?
I'm setting up a raised bed garden with four 4'x8' beds, each 32 inches high. I've got three blueberry plants and I'm wondering if I can prune them…