Learn how to prune vitex, treat leafrollers on vinca, manage bridal wreath timing and handle ornamental sweet potato tubers.

Key Points Prune forsythia, quince, lilac, fringe flower, oakleaf hydrangea, and viburnum after blooming.Avoid fall trimming because it can remove next year’s buds or leave new shoots open to ...

September can feel like the perfect month to grab the pruners. Summer heat starts easing, the garden looks a little shaggy, and suddenly every overgrown shrub seems to be whispering, “Give me a ...

Discover the plants to never prune in October, according to experts. These seven plants benefit from looking a bit messy now for a healthy return next year ...

Fall pruning can lead to winter damage for some plants.

Pruning is one of the most rewarding jobs in the garden. The problem is, not all of us enjoy it. I think this is mostly due to our fears of removing blooms or destroying a beautiful part of our ...

As any homeowner knows, even the most beautiful, professionally landscaped yards require regular maintenance. Luckily, when it comes to freshening up your greenery, the best pruning shears make it ...

How to sanitize pruning shears with alcohol or bleach solution to help prevent plant disease spread and keep blades clean, ...

Since October began, the days I stop working in the garden have decreased. Branches that grew too much during the summer, ...

Fall pruning puts spring flowers at risk.