Boxwoods are popular shrubs for landscaping in the Southern garden. They are slow growers, which means you don't need to ...

Boxwoods need regular trimming and pruning to let in light, prevent fungus, and keep shrubs healthy. Best times to trim are mid-spring and late summer—avoid pruning in fall or winter. Style options ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While some people enjoy the wild, untamed look of shrubs and hedges, many gardeners prefer to keep them neatly trimmed. Consistent ...

Walk down almost any street and you'll spot boxwoods (Buxus sempervirens) edging yards or framing walkways. This popular evergreen shrub is perfect for plant sculpting, which is part of its charm.

Q: I'm about to trim my dwarf boxwoods out front. Some articles I've read say to make sure that the top of the boxwood is narrower than the bottom to ensure sunlight penetrates the whole shrub. This ...

Each method of cutting plants serves a specific purpose.

Q: We have mature 5½-foot-tall boxwood that has never been pruned. How do you recommend we go about this? A: First, early spring is the best time to tackle this job -- right before new growth begins.

Q: I am getting ready to move back to my home place in Allisonia. It’s in the mountains of Carroll County near Pulaski. The log home was built in 1820, and a little over 60 years ago boxwoods were ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In May, you can shape certain trees and shrubs—this includes the weigela. Photo: Getty Images In May, gardeners have plenty to do.