One of the great things about junipers—along with the fact they’re usually ignored by deer—is how self-sufficient they are. Junipers practically set the gold standard for “plant ‘em and forget ‘em” ...

Juniper bushes are hardy evergreen coniferous shrubs that can come in many shapes and sizes. A popular plant thanks to its versatility and low-maintenance growing habits, you will not need to prune ...

Do yourself and your shrubs some good by getting outside to prune them in midwinter. “This time of year, when shrubs and small trees are dormant, is an easy time to prune them,” said Sharon Yiesla, ...

Happy new year! The thing I'd like to know is if there is a time of year or season that is best for trimming or cutting back mature juniper evergreens? I have some mature (20-plus years) mint julep ...

Q: Did I make a big mistake? I have several large hedge-like juniper shrubs that line my property out front. I wanted to get them more back in control, so to speak, and arranged to have them pruned ...

Looking for a free mini puzzle? Play the USA TODAY Quick Cross now. *Avoid pruning oaks from February through June, when transmission of oak wilt is most likely. Paint all wounds on oaks with wound ...