Pruning
Get pruning advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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8 plants to prune in November for healthy trees, shrubs, and perennials
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When to prune limelight hydrangeas – and expert trimming tips for fantastic blooms
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How to grow bearberry shrubs – for a North American evergreen ground cover
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7 shrub pruning mistakes to avoid to keep your plants healthy and encourage beautiful flowering displays year after year
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Plant snake's head fritillaries now to transform your spring garden – for unusual, checkerboard flowers next year
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6 unusual uses for pruners – an arboreal expert reveals how to get more value from this humble tool
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Should you deadhead indoor flowering plants? Experts share tips to encourage returning blooms
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How to cut back shrubs – 8 expert-approved steps to follow for healthy and flourishing plants
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7 perennials to not cut back in November to keep a garden nature-friendly and add winter interest
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What to do with dogwoods in the fall to prepare these native trees for the winter months ahead
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How to prune a Christmas cactus – plus expert tips on when to do it to encourage returning blooms
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Best hedge shears – a garden product tester reveals the only shears you should ever buy
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When to prune shrubs – the best time to trim both deciduous and evergreen shrubs
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Should you cut back astilbe in the fall or winter? Expert pruning advice for these popular flowering perennials
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Experts warn not to cut back coral bells in the fall – it can risk the plant’s long-term health
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10 perennials to cut back in fall – to tidy flower beds and prevent pests and diseases
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'Lived-in' backyards set to take over in 2025 – but there's more to this look than simply turning your yard over to nature
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How and when to prune monkey grass – expert advice for this part-shade perennial
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Do you cut strawberries back in the fall? Experts reveal the potential dangers of trimming ahead of winter
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Pro gardeners reveal the only pruners you should ever use
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How to grow firebush plants – for a native shrub that hummingbirds adore
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Felco F2 pruner deals – how to save money on the best pruners in the world
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I have over 10 years of hands-on pruning experience, and these 9 pruning tools are the only ones I would recommend
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Should I cut back asters in the fall or wait until spring? The choice is yours, and here’s how to decide
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When to prune mophead hydrangeas – and why a light touch goes a long way
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7 herbs to divide in October to keep plants productive – and get new ones for free
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How to get a pear tree to fruit – 3 expert tips for a larger, juicier harvest
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7 plants to never prune in October – and why early fall is a risky time to trim
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How to sharpen pruning shears – for cleaner cuts when tending to your plants
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