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Knowing how to prune hydrangeas starts with identifying which type you have. Mophead and lacecap hydrangeas generally need light pruning in spring because much of

A tree safety inspection normally considers the tree from its surrounding ground and visible roots through the trunk, branch structure and crown. The inspector looks

Sectional tree dismantling is used when a tree cannot be allowed to fall in one piece because houses, roads, gardens, cables or other obstacles restrict

The difference between hedge reduction vs hedge trimming is the amount and purpose of the work. Trimming removes relatively light growth to maintain an existing

The choice between pollarding vs crown reduction depends on the tree’s previous management, species, maturity, condition and available space. Pollarding creates or maintains a fixed

Tree removal vs crown reduction is usually a choice between retaining a manageable tree and removing one whose defects, location or condition cannot be reduced

The answer to when to prune dogwood in the UK is straightforward. Late February to early April, once the hardest frosts are behind you but

Cut a leylandii at the wrong time of year and you’ll be staring at brown patches for the rest of the season. The UK window

The best time to trim conifers in the UK is between April and the end of August, when the trees are in active growth and

Search “when to prune olive trees UK” and you’ll see almost every gardening site giving a different answer. RHS says early spring. Some blogs say