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Want Healthier Trees Come Spring? Here’s When to Prune Them

The best time to prune depends on the type of tree. Spring-flowering trees (dogwoods, redbuds, ornamental cherries) should be pruned soon after flowering is over. These trees set flower buds in the ...

Fall is our best time to plant in the SoCal garden; here’s your October checklist

From plans for spring harvest to spacing tips to planting basics, there’s a steady stream of tasks to do and things to look ...