Q: I read some time ago in your column about the clusia hedge. I want to re-educate myself. If you could, send me that article if possible. — Sandra, via email A: The memory is not what it used to be, ...

Trimming hedges keeps them healthy, bushy, and controlled. However, knowing when to prune hedges can be confusing as there are a lot of factors to consider. The different types and styles can mean ...

From the ⅓ pruning rule to the 1 foot pruning rule, there are so many recommendations out there intended to help homeowners prune their hedges. However, there's one task you need to complete before ...

Dear Carol: With the disappearance of our early winter snow, the leafless branches of our 7-to-10-foot tall (healthy) highbush cranberry hedge are now all visible. It's difficult to see where to trim ...

Hedges are wonderful landscape assets, providing privacy as well as a green backdrop. Some hedges are small — just a few feet high and a few feet long, while others can soar up to 10 or more feet and ...

I read your article about Clusia plants and using them as a hedge. I understand they tolerate partial shade, but I’m not sure whether I have partial shade. Do you consider partial shade the sun that ...