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 ...

Cut back perennials in fall if they’re disease-prone or pest-damaged. Wait until spring cleanup to give plants winter protection and wildlife value. Use sharp tools and clean, angled cuts for strong, ...

The pruners are clean, the days are getting longer, and the garden is stirring after months of dormancy. March is when the ...

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 ...

Climate is a factor when considering whether and when to cut back perennials for winter. Cut back plants that show signs of or are susceptible to fungal infections and pests. Wait until spring to cut ...

Cutting back hydrangeas at the wrong time can affect the next season's blooms. Once new buds form, pruning can result in a ...

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 ...

Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...

Perennial plants survive from one growing season to the next, regrowing from their roots each spring. Discover gorgeous ...

Preparing a garden for spring is more than just cutting back perennials. Organizing and timing seed sowing is crucial, ...

Dividing perennials is a quiet kind of optimism: you take a plant that looks a little tired and, with a shovel and a bit of ...