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15 plants to prune this November before winter sets in

RHS chief horticulturist Guy Barter shares the plants that benefit from a late-autumn tidy — and which ones to leave until spring ...

When Is It Too Late To Cut Back Shrubs?

Cutting shrubs too late causes winter damage and fewer blooms. Discover the ideal pruning deadline for your shrubs and how to ...

Plant Doctor: On a budget? Petunias make sense, can save dollars in your garden

MacCubbin gives gardening advice for Central Florida about petunias, ponytail plants, grapefruit and peach trees, crotons, ...
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Relentless Gardner: Did you know there are plants you should not prune before winter?

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 ...

Garden Smart: Should you cut back your hydrangeas in the fall?

Know your hydrangea type before you prune. Some varieties benefit from a fall cleanup — others could lose an entire season of ...
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10 Plants That Need To Be Cut Back After The First Frost

When the first frost hits, your garden's not done yet - it's just time for a little tough love. Learn which plants need a ...

Root Awakening: Aglaonema can be pruned and propagated

You have an Aglaonema hybrid with colourful leaves, but it is getting old. You can prune the top of the plant along the stem ...