Fall isn’t the best time to prune many shrubs because you risk removing the buds that will develop into next year’s blooms.

While many shrubs in your garden are entering dormancy, November is actually the best time to prune a number of species to ...

November garden care may involve pruning of perennial plants and shrubs. Our experts share advice on which plants are okay to ...

Usually, you wait until the chance of frost has passed before getting out your pruning shears. This bushy, yellow-flowering ...

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Well-pruned shrubs and trees are a hallmark of a carefully tended yard or garden. Foundation plantings are lush and full, and blooming shrubs display their blossoms on shapely branches that accentuate ...

There's a difference between pruning and trimming trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. Learn when to use each method to promote growth and good health.

Summer is the best time to prune and shape up your lavender. But, don't worry: It's still helpful to clean up and protect ...

There is a mix of perennials and shrubs that should not be pruned before winter. Keep in mind that any pruning on a plant encourages growth. Pruning stimulates a growth hormone called an auxin. If ...

November pruning can put some plants at risk of winter damage. Hold off until after blooming to prune these plants and ensure ...

When an ornamental shrub is pruned, the end result shouldn’t be obvious. The end result, just like a good haircut, should be a plant growing in its natural form. Pruning plants this way is a lot less ...