One of the most important maintenance tasks we perform on palms is pruning. Judging by the palm pruning being performed in our landscapes, you would think that pruning palms to a few fronds sticking ...

Over-pruning palms can lead to reduced food production, winter hardiness, and increased nutrient deficiencies and disease. Ideally, only dead fronds and fruit/flower stalks should be pruned, leaving a ...

Palm trees grow healthier the less they are pruned - but that does not mean they do not need trimming. A little careful pruning is required in some circumstances and it means knowing when and how to ...

As part of my duties as an extension agent, I answer a lot of questions about trees. Many times, folks are surprised that the solution they found online was not the best one, and that sometimes it was ...

Scientific Spring Pruning Techniques for Storm Protection Palm Harbor, United States - February 25, 2026 / O'Neil's ...

In many regions, winter is prime time to head out into your yard and garden with pruning shears in hand. Bare branches on trees and shrubs make it easier to see the whole shape of the plant. Plus ...