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Echte lavendel (Lavandula angustifolia) in bloei op een zonnige, droge plekPlanting

Lavendel snoeien: wanneer, hoe diep en per soort

Lavendel snoeien doe je na de bloei in augustus en in maart. Hoe diep je knipt, wat je nooit doet en de verschillen per soort, met stappenplan.

6 min
Boerenhortensia met grote, bolle bloemtrossen in de zomerPlanting

Hortensia snoeien: wanneer, hoe diep en per soort

Hortensia snoeien hangt af van de soort: boerenhortensia licht na de bloei, Annabelle en pluimhortensia in maart hard terug. Tabel per soort en stappenplan.

7 min
Volgroeide appelboom in volle bloesem met een open kroonPlanting

Appelboom snoeien: wanneer, hoe diep en per soort

Appelboom snoeien doe je in de winter voor groei en in de zomer voor rust. Welke takken weg, hoe je een snede maakt en wat je bij een oude boom doet.

7 min
Dense green hedge along a garden path, fully grown and compactPlanting

Boxwood alternatives: which hedge plant fits your location

Your boxwood hedge is diseased or gone. Which plant can you put in its place? We compare Ilex crenata, Euonymus, Lonicera and Taxus per location.

7 min
Neglected cherry laurel hedge with bare patches and holes in the leaves, before and after recoveryPlanting

Cherry laurel with holes in leaves: shot hole disease

Shot hole disease causes holes in cherry laurel leaves. Learn how to identify this fungal and bacterial disease, prevent it, and manage it with pruning in dry weather.

7 min
Young fruit tree with visible rootstock in a sunny backyardPlanting

Plum and lilac root sprouts: prevention and permanent control

Root sprouts on plum and lilac keep coming back. Learn why they form and how to control them without damaging your tree.

7 min
Secateurs and notebook with pruning plan on garden tableSeasonal Tips

Make a pruning plan January: step-by-step guide

January is the time to create your annual pruning plan. Learn which plants to prune when and prioritize your work.

8 min
Telescopic pruner fully extended reaching a high tree branchPlanting

Telescopic pruner: extending reach without a ladder

How do you choose and use a telescopic pruner? Tips for safe pruning at height without climbing ladders.

8 min
Two pruning shears side by side: a bypass and an anvil modelPlanting

Choosing pruning shears: bypass vs anvil and what really matters

Bypass and anvil each have strengths. Discover which you need and why the type actually matters.

8 min
Close-up of a branch collar on a tree stemPlanting

Don't cut the branch collar: why it matters for tree health

The collar protects your tree from infection. Learn how to cut correctly without damaging it.

8 min
Various types of pruning saws on workbench with handlesPlanting

Choosing a pruning saw: manual vs electric

Which pruning saw is right for you? Compare manual and electric: cost, power, control, and maintenance. With practical advice for every garden size.

8 min
Gardener using pruning saw correctly with safe posturePlanting

Pruning saw technique and safety: correct posture and grip

Learn proper pruning saw posture, grip, and safety rules. Avoid serious injuries with practical tips and precautions.

8 min

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