‘Dahlias should be cut back when the leaves turn black, to about 10 to 15 centimetres above the soil before you lift the tubers for winter storage,’ advises Julian. ‘This prevents the tubers from ...

Looking for a way to improve your perennials' appearance, keep them blooming, and boost their health? Cutting them back can accomplish those goals and more. While several pruning techniques are ...

October can be a great time to do some maintenance in your garden—but there are some perennials you should definitely avoid ...

It’s that time of year again—your pruning shears are practically calling your name. You’re eyeing your garden, itching to ...

Along with all your other garden chores this autumn, such as raking leaves and planting spring bulbs, you may need to attend to your perennials. But before cutting anything back, wait for the first ...

Whether you’re someone who regularly cuts back your perennials or has considered doing so during your fall clean-up, you’ve come to the right place. While cutting back perennials can be a best ...

Q: Should I cut back my mums in fall? A: Garden mums have shallow, fibrous roots. Repeated freezing and thawing of the soil during the winter months can heave plants out of the ground and cause severe ...

Monty Don has shared the key plants that need to be pruned in September, as well as other important gardening tasks for the month ...

We declutter the inside of our homes during “spring cleaning,” but when it comes to tidying gardens and yards, fall is the real star. “It’s the perfect time to focus on cleaning up gardens and ...