Know what you have, finish before June ends and make the right kinds of cuts: Tips from a horticulturist at Norfolk Botanical ...

The best time to prune most shrubs is in the winter when the plants are dormant, so you can better see their shape. Which ...

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The best time to prune most shrubs is in the winter when the plants are dormant, so you can better see their shape. Which means there are many that you should avoid pruning in the spring—with a ...

‘Flowering quince is best lightly pruned for shape in spring, soon after blooming,’ he says. ‘Pruning right after blooming ensures that the plant has an entire year to recover, and you will be ...

Over time, lilacs can become unruly and overgrown. Pruning keeps the plant a manageable size, preventing overcrowding and ...

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One of the most classic varieties for a hedge, holly is easily recognized for its dark glossy leaves and their sharp edges.

It makes an excellent, showy shrub for a flower bed, and regular pruning keeps it healthy while providing a stunning display of blossoms. These sought-after shrubs are excellent viburnums to grow ...

Some pruning will be needed to maintain a clean ... for a little more excitement and spring blooming than the classic holly bush, osmanthus offers a great alternative. To create the effect of ...

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He explained to eager gardeners: "To decide when to prune, think about how plants behave in nature. In winter, when trees are dormant, they will drop any weak and dead wood, so it's the best time ...