Tree topping involves indiscriminately cutting back a tree’s canopy with little to no regard for natural structure or proper pruning techniques.

Q. Many times I have read, “Never top a tree!” I have also read that we should keep fruit trees at 8 feet for easy picking. And the avocado experts recommend keeping avocado trees at 11 feet. Either I ...

Spring is a time of growth and rejuvenation, but as people head out to ready their yards for the summer, many participate in a common practice that local certified arborist Bill Bihler of Alpine Tree ...