Contrary to popular advice, not all hydrangeas benefit from pruning and many will not flower if you do. Find out which species benefit from cutting back and those that should be left alone to ensure a … [Read more...]
Pruning & Deadheading
These are topics that intimidate new gardeners, but once you understand the basic principles, it becomes much simpler.
Pruning Tips for New Gardeners (Trees, Shrubs, and Vines)
Pruning is probably one of the most confusing topics for new gardeners because there is no single method or timing that suits all situations. But, there are some basic underlying principles that, … [Read more...]
What to Prune in Winter
There are many trees and shrubs to prune in late winter while the plants are still dormant and before the warmer weather returns. I’ve included a list of winter plants to prune. I have … [Read more...]
What to Prune in Fall and What Should Wait
Fall is the perfect time to examine your trees, shrubs, and vines and come up with a pruning plan. While most items should wait until winter, there are a few pruning tasks you can take care of … [Read more...]
How to Prune Tomatoes and Grow New Plants from Cuttings
Pruning tomatoes can improve plant health plus you can grow the cuttings (including suckers) into new plants. It’s an easy way to get free plants and more tomatoes. This is part of a series … [Read more...]
How to Deadhead Flowers for More Blooms
Once you know how to deadhead flowers, you can get more blooms on your petunias, daisies, echinacea, and other favorite plants throughout the growing season. Need help selecting the best tool for … [Read more...]
How to Choose the Right Pruning Tool for Your Garden Jobs
Pruning is essential for the health of a garden but do you know the best tools for pruning trees, plants, and shrubs? How about the easiest way to cut grasses, perennials, roots, and vines? I’ll … [Read more...]