The best time to prune depends on the type of tree. Spring-flowering trees (dogwoods, redbuds, ornamental cherries) should be pruned soon after flowering is over. These trees set flower buds in the ...

Normally, tree wound dressing on other species is not recommended or required. Some trees with a heavy sap flow in late winter, such as maple, birch, yellowwood, dogwood, beech, and hornbeam will leak ...

It started with squalling tires and a big bang. Someone going too fast missed the 90-degree corner below our neighbor’s house and plowed head on into his 50-year-old silver maple. The driver didn’t ...

During winter, when trees are leafless, is a good time to check for potential faults and pruning needs. Observe shade trees now for faults and pruning needs but wait until late winter or early spring ...

Oaks in the red and black oak group (bristle-tipped leaves) are more susceptible than those in the white oak group. If you prune any of these trees in the spring, this is the rare instance where tree ...