Whether trimmed for health, safety, or aesthetics, it is imperative to understand when to prune oak trees to keep them protected. Pruning anytime outside of dormancy is a risky business as it ...

Cuts were not sealed to protect against spread of oak wilt. Cuts were made Easter weekend – right in the middle of the spring “do not trim” season for all types of oaks.

To help prevent the spread of oak wilt disease, do not prune oak trees in the summer.

A study by University of Florida Professor Ed Gilman suggests reducing the size of the canopy by trimming the long side branches. When trees are thinned, by removing the branches from the middle, the ...

This week's Master Gardener column offers advice for covering plants for winter — and the best materials to use — as well as pruning tips.

3. When trees and shrubs are going dormant. Plant scientists contend that fall is the worst time to prune trees and shrubs. Woody plants are slowing growth and readying themselves to survive winter.

A reader asks real estate lawyer Gary Singer: How do I get my neighbor to trim their tree that leaves debris on my property and house?