1 Lumber prices can change daily, affecting the total cost. 2  CostHelper readers report paying $1,800-$8,500 to have a handyman or casual labor install a pressure-treated wood deck, or $8-$23 per square foot. 3  Readers who hired a decking contractor report paying $4,400-$20,000, or $16-$50 per square foot.
Pruning is a process that is more important than was once believed. Experiences during infancy and childhood form the connections that shape the development of the brain. Pruning is a key part of brain development because it eliminates the connections that are not used often enough.
Pruning is an essential gardening skill. When you prune correctly, you encourage healthy growth and flowering (in the case of flowering plants), as well as good looks. For most shrubs and trees, it helps to prune at the right time. Some are best pruned in winter; some right after flowering.