The leaves starting to fall from the trees is a sure sign that winter is approaching. It's also a sign that it's time to get the trees and shrubs pruned. Fall is when trees start dormancy. Deciduous ...

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David Swanson, a lifelong Rhode Islander, died on October 23, 2025, in his home in Bristol. He was 82 years old. Born in Providence to Swedish Americans Florence V. and Sture T. Swanson, he grew up in ...

Your garden may be asleep for the season, but one tree benefits from a timely winter trim that ensures a more vibrant return ...

Trees that are not pruned properly can cause extensive property damage and fatalities. Learn why you should prune your trees in the winter.

Varieties of hazelnuts, which are also known as cobnuts and filberts, should be regularly pruned in dormancy to promote wood ...

As the autumn weather sets in, with shorter days, longer nights, it may feel strange to head out into the garden to engage in an act of gardening. However, the autumn and winter are important times to ...

Don't let the cold weather damage your most prized perennials. These are the top plants you should prune before winter begins ...

There's a difference between pruning and trimming trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. Learn when to use each method to ...