Pruning an oak well comes down to timing and technique. This guide explains the most damaging mistakes, when to prune in the UK, and how to make clean cuts that protect tree health.

Collect ripe acorns in autumn, give them a cold spell in the fridge, plant them in deep pots and raise a young oak — a slow, simple project with a very long reward.

Winter oaks can be told apart by twigs, buds, bark and habitat. This guide shows how to identify English and sessile oaks in the UK.