Trees are the most spectacular plants in the garden. And since they grow so slowly, it is imperative that we treat them with utmost respect. That means pruning their limbs and branches correctly.

You can trim branches over your property line, but confirm the boundary first. You’re liable if your trimming harms the tree’s health or stability. Talk with your neighbor before cutting and follow ...

Failing to prune trees can lead to structural weakness in limbs and the overall stability of the tree. Weak or too-large trees can cause thousands in damage, threaten injury, and cause power outages.