Fall pruning for trees and shrubs has been the most common topic on emails this week and you may have concerns, too. So, here are some pruning basics to remember: Pruning stimulates growth (fall pruning of trees and shrubs invites insects and disease when there isn’t time to harden off for winter weather) Prune spring flowering trees and shrubs after they bloom Prune evergreen trees and shrubs late winter to early spring with light pruning possible in early summer Prune most trees and shrubs in late winter to early spring during cool, dry weather Prune to remove dead, broken, diseased...

1) A fresh coat of paint on the front door in a lively color such as red, yellow or turquoise 2) Add a potted plant with all season color or leaf variegation such as Yucca Color Guard 3) Plant a summer bloomer near the door such as the Blue Jangles Hydrangea or Lil Kim Violet Hibiscus 4) Add solar spotlights or path lights 5) Plant lavender or rosemary plants for a scented entrance 6) Add a window box filled with perennials, ornamental grasses and vines 7) A friendly “Welcome” mat or sign (mine says, "I hope you brought Wine!") 8) Adding a Natural looking wreath such as forsythia, magnolia or...