Hard pruning is best done keeping the natural growth cycle of azaleas in mind. The main growing season for azaleas is spring through early summer, March/April through May. Pruning hard just before or ...

We often plant trees and shrubs near property lines for screening. Other times, it's the only way to keep them at a safe distance from the house. Unfortunately, those trees don't consider property ...

Illinoisans: do you have a branch hanging over your property that leaves you wondering if you have the legal right to lop it ...

Overgrown or weakened branches can pose serious risks. They may fall onto roofs, cars, or even power lines during storms.

Q: We have a neighbor with an overgrown tree. We’ve tried everything to get her to trim it. She won’t do it, and it drops debris on our lawn and makes a mess of our house. What are our options? — Greg ...

The first step in caring for a bonsai tree is placing it in the right location. Most bonsai trees thrive in bright, natural ...