#pruning - Topics Tagged

How can I encourage fruit production in my dwarf trees?

I’m super excited about my dwarf fruit trees, and I’m wondering how I can encourage them to produce fruit! 🍓 I’ve read that pruning and fertilizing ca...

Can I prune my ZZ plant safely, and when is the best time?

Hi everyone! I’m super excited about my ZZ plant and want to ensure it stays in tip-top shape! 🌟 I’ve been reading up on plant care, and I came across...

How do I safely prune larger tropical fruit trees with a pruning saw?

I'm Carlos, and as someone who's been gardening in Mexico City for over 30 years, I often find myself dealing with larger tropical fruit trees like ma...

What techniques do you recommend for using a pruning saw on tropical trees?

I'm currently working on a few design projects in my Miami garden that involve some large tropical trees, and I'm considering using a pruning saw for ...

How do I prune my blueberry bushes for the best yield?

Okay fellow gardeners, I need your wisdom! I've grown a few blueberry bushes for a couple of seasons now, but I think I might be missing the mark on p...

How often should I prune cucumber vines on a trellis?

Hey everyone! I've been growing cucumbers in my indoor garden for a while now, and I've read a lot about pruning to improve yield and airflow. My cucu...

What’s the best way to encourage branch growth on my bonsai?

Hey there, fellow gardeners! I'm really excited about my bonsai journey, but I'm struggling a bit with encouraging branch growth. I have a small Junip...

How do I safely prune larger branches in my native garden?

With my garden thriving, I’ve recently noticed that some of my larger native plants—like my flowering dogwood—are in need of significant pruning. My c...

What pruning techniques yield the best aesthetic results?

Having cultivated bonsai for over two decades, I find myself pondering the best pruning techniques that enhance the aesthetic appeal of my trees. I ha...

When is the best time to prune bee balm plants?

Hello, fellow gardeners! 👋 I’ve been learning about the best practices for pruning bee balm, and I’m a bit confused. I’ve read different advice about ...

What tools are essential for a potting bench setup?

I’m in the process of setting up my potting bench and want to make sure I have all the right tools handy. I’ve been gardening for a couple of years no...

What’s the ideal way to prune my basil for winter growth?

I'm really enjoying growing basil in my Oslo garden, but I'm a bit confused about the best pruning practices as we head into winter. I’ve read that re...

Can I use my pruning saw for shaping young fruit trees, or is it too aggressive?

Hola todos! I’m currently nurturing some young fruit trees in my garden, like guavas and star fruits. I've been considering using my pruning saw to sh...

When should I replace my pruning saw, and what signs should I look for?

Hey fellow gardeners! I’ve been using my pruning saw for a few years now, mainly for my vegetable garden and tropical fruit trees. While it still seem...

How do I prune flowering branches with a pruning saw without losing blooms?

Hi there! As a seasoned gardener in Mexico City, I love adding color to my garden with flowering tropical plants, but I've found that some of them hav...

When is the right time to prune with a saw for optimal growth?

As someone who is deeply invested in understanding the cycles of plant growth, I’ve been contemplating the timing of pruning with a saw in my garden. ...

How do I properly prune my succulents with a saw?

I'm really getting into succulent care lately, and I recently learned about using a pruning saw for cleaner cuts. My little succulent collection is th...

Are there specific gloves for pruning fruit trees?

As I tend to my fruit trees, especially during pruning season, I find that I’m constantly battling sticky sap and sharp branches. I’ve been using some...

When is the best time to prune indoor plants with a saw?

Hey there, fellow garden lovers! I'm curious about timing when it comes to using my pruning saw on indoor plants. I've been working on creating a mini...

Best techniques for using a pruning saw on woody plants?

I’ve been fascinated by the idea of using a pruning saw on woody houseplants, but I'm not super experienced with it yet. I have a few plants that have...