Spring Pruning – Regenerative Pruning and Pollarding

We were at a clients and performed a LOT of pruning. There are 3 examples of plants we pruned. Old, overgrown apples, an old dappled willow standard and a Rose-of-Sharon. The difference between spring-flowering and summer-flowering woody plants lies primarily in their blooming patterns and the type of growth on which they produce flowers. Spring-Flowering … Read more

Proper Pruning of Trees: Best Practices and Environmental Importance

Pruning trees is a crucial aspect of tree care that ensures their health, safety, and aesthetic appeal. In Ontario, Canada, proper pruning practices are essential to maintain the vitality of urban trees and prevent diseases such as oak wilt. I am going to explore the best timing for pruning, the importance of following International Society … Read more

Fall Lawn and Garden Thoughts

Fall is an important time for lawns and gardens.   In general, fall is a great time to plant perennials, shrubs and trees. The later in the season we get, the greater the chance of “frost heave” with newly planted items. If you fall plant in October onward, please, please, please put a thick layer … Read more

Spring Pruning of Conifers

These are the candles on the Dwarf Scots Pine.

I have to say we are at the end of the time to complete this garden task BUT complete it we must. What I am about to share with you is a pruning technique called candling. This process needs to be completed before the growth starts to harden off. This is a photo of some … Read more

April Pruning

Spring is here. What an odd year we are having. The COVID-19 isolation is hurting many people very profoundly. Our business is hurting. But I’ll tell you something. I would rather be hurting in my business than be sick – or worse. And I would rather be at home than run the possibility of infecting … Read more