Before you get out the pruning saw or shears, here's what you need to know about pruning the trees in your yard.

There are many good reasons to prune trees. For example, branches that were damaged from winter storms need to be removed or low-hanging branches that interfere with your ability to mow your lawn ...

One of Colorado's wettest summers has produced significant tree growth. That growth might have left trees looking gangly. Here's when to prune them.

When the tree is dormant, pruning doesn't stimulate growth and prune wounds heal quicker than if done later in the season. Once tree leaf and flower buds start to expand in spring, pruning is ...

The tree ends up with a thick trunk and dozens, if not hundreds, of little branches shooting off from the top. The common mistake demonstrates what Hauser stresses: Pruning can’t solve all problems.