Cutting back ferns is simple. The key is understanding the type of fern to prune at the right time of year, plus taking care not to damage any young fronds when you cut. Our guide looks at when ...

I have observed 500-year-old ginkgo trees in China that were considerably larger, perhaps gigantic? The ideal time to prune this tree is in the spring. There should be a reason for pruning.

Here are the proper pruning tools for the size of the branch Use hand pruners for branches less than a half-inch thick. Use loppers for branches 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Hand pruning saws can ...