Barberry, the common name for berberis, are versatile deciduous or evergreen shrubs renowned for their foliage, flowers, berries, and sharp spikes. There are hundreds of different shrubs within the ...

Question: My shrubs have been sheared so they are thick and unnatural. Can I do some pruning that will bring them back to their natural shape and thickness? Is now a good time to prune? Answer: Yes, ...

SEATTLE — “So, this barberry is a monster. It's out of control. It's way too big, starting to block the light from parts of my garden," said Ciscoe Morris, as he struggled to pull two gloves on to ...

A guide to plants to never prune in July, including spring- and summer-flowering shrubs, trees at risk of disease, and ...