Winter is a great time to prune many trees and shrubs, as the dormant trees will not bleed sap and the leafless shrubs make it easy to see the structure. Pruning in winter can also help to shape and control the growth of your plants, as well as promote healthy new growth in the spring. Here are some tips for winter pruning to help you get started.   Tip #1 - Start with the Basics Pruning is all about removing dead, diseased, or damaged wood, as well as shaping and controlling the growth of your plants. Start by removing any dead, diseased, or damaged wood, and then move on to shaping and controlling the growth of your plants.   Tip #2...

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