Question: Our ligustrum hedge has grown over the sidewalk. Can it be pruned back at this time? Answer: Give your hedge the needed pruning but soon. You can reduce both the height and width of the ...

Q: I recently moved to a house with Indian hawthorn, ligustrum, pittosporum, holly and dwarf yaupon. When is the best time to prune them, and how much can I cut them back? G.F.,Beaumont A: The ideal ...

One of the most planted small trees in Florida is the ligustrum, and for good reason. It has adapted to our soils and climates, is hardy throughout the state, grows in interesting shapes by itself and ...

Like its name, this particular privet thrives in the sunshine. Make sure you plant it in a spot where it gets at least six hours of sun per day. The golden hedge likes moist, well-draining soil. We ...

QUESTION: In 2005, I planted three sourwood trees. Last year one tree developed spots on the leaves. I was instructed to use systemic spray containing Propiconazole. I gave it three treatments, but it ...

Shrubs play a vital role in the landscape for several reasons, and having an easy-care shrub can offer numerous benefits. Shrubs are important for providing framework in the landscape and they are the ...

Hot as it is, you can prune a lot of shrubs right now and even root new ones from the clippings. Long stems of summer flowering crape myrtles, roses, Buddleia and the like can be cut back to keep them ...