We spoke with a local tree expert to settle the “Crape Murder” debate once and for all, learning how we should correctly prune these popular trees.

I spoke to horticultural and arboriculture experts about how and when to prune trees. They revealed why you should prune during dormancy and what steps should be followed for safe trimming.

Pruning oaks in the spring leaves them susceptible to infection with oak wilt, which can kill the tree in a matter of weeks. Sap beetles, the vectors that carry the disease from tree to tree, are ...

Here is a step-by-step guide to help you properly prune your trees before they start getting leaves.