Key Points In fall, prune shrubs only to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches.Wait until leaves drop to better spot ...

Deadhead hydrangeas early; prune timing depends on whether they bloom on new or old wood. Protect plants with mulch, burlap, or cages in cold climates; move potted hydrangeas indoors below 45°F.

Pruning plants can have a significant impact on their growth in the year ahead. Pruning is essential for maintaining plant health, vigour, and balance, as well as preventing larger species from taking ...

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Q: Last night I weeded my flowerbeds and pulled a lot of St. Augustine runners up. Can I plant those? I have them in a pan of water. I’ll probably have more as I do more weeding. I have bare areas I’d ...

GARDEN lovers are urged to plant five plants this August, to transform their outdoor space into an autumn paradise. Now that we're in the final few weeks of summer, you may think it's time to hang up ...

You planted some beautiful shrubs, but now you're not sure what to do. It seems like a lot of pressure! When should you prune them? What if you cut off too much? What happens if you don’t prune? 'Most ...

Going by common names such as Blueblossom, California Lilac or Mountain Lilac, it's not surprising that Ceanothus are popular shrubs for many styles of gardens, with spectacular blooms in colors ...

July is prime time for garden jobs, but pruning can be confusing. Here's how to keep your outdoor space in tip-top shape. If your garden’s starting to look a bit wild (much like the kids at the end of ...