These shrubs flower in the spring on buds that formed the previous year. Prune them in the winter, and you'll be removing those buds, and hence future flowers.

Azaleas produce clouds of vibrant blooms from spring to fall, but only if you stick to a pruning schedule that doesn't mess ...

Unfortunately they often prune plants that should not be pruned. Flowering shrubs such as lilac, azalea and rhododendron set their flower buds in the late summer and fall. If pruned in the winter many ...

Key Points Evergreens aren't deciduous, so they don’t go dormant and are prone to winter moisture loss and browning.Wrapping plants, mulching, and watering in late fall can reduce winter stress.Skip ...

Combine Heterorhabditis nematodes (sold in paste-like form) with water and apply to the soil in the spring or fall. Wait a couple of days and reseed or replant any damaged areas. However, chemical ...

The spirit of Christmas comes to each of us in its own way. The traditions we share with family and friends become the ...

Perennials are excellent plants for any consistent gardener, but there are many mistakes you can make with them that could ...

The garden may look bleak, empty and unappetising in January, but there is a great deal going on under the soil, and plenty to do on the top. Jobs completed this month save time throughout the year.

The Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens in Fort Bragg isn’t just real—it’s actually better than fiction. Tucked along California’s spectacular Highway 1, this 47-acre wonderland is where botanical ...

Lemon trees need pruning to shape, improve airflow, and boost fruit production. Here's when you should do it and how to get it right for a healthy harvest.

There's one showy, pollinator-friendly summer bloomer that loves a good late-winter haircut — prune it right, and it'll ...