It's the perfect time in Western Washington to prune some hydrangeas, roses, ornamental grasses and some perennials such as lavender.

I wish I were as pliable as most plants. Confronted with obstacles to their growth, they can duck, dive, weave, bend, stretch, twist and regenerate at will. Plant a sun-loving climber in a shady spot, ...

Peegee hydrangea Peegee hydrangeas (Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora') are beautiful flowering shrubs that grow best in morning sun and afternoon shade in zones 3 to 8. These winter-hardy shrubs have ...

Mid February is what I call the Valentine’s Day Massacre as you can prune back hybrid tea roses, ornamental grasses that go dormant in winter, smoke trees, hedges and twig dogwoods. You can also get ...

Pruning is a vital part of maintaining a healthy garden, especially when it comes to shrubs. However, many gardeners, from ...

When it comes to caring for your hydrangea plants during winter, you may be wondering if you should prune them. The short answer is, it depends on the type of hydrangeas you have. There are some ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Late winter is a key time to prune trees, shrubs, and perennial flowers that bloom in summer on wood that has grown in spring of ...

Hydrangeas are renowned for producing a spectacular display of enormous blooms throughout the summer months. Their blossoms can then transform from vivid early summer shades to delicate winter flower ...

Hydrangeas are celebrated for delivering a stunning showcase of massive blooms during the summer period. Their flowers can subsequently change from bright early summer colours to subtle winter ...

Key Points Pruning in February can stress dormant shrubs or removing potential blooms for certain species.Don't prune gardenias, certain types of hydrangeas, loropetalum, evergreens, or pieris.As an ...

Pruning is an important job throughout the year, with many garden plants needing a trim in January. Pruning helps keep plants disease-free and looking their best. Not all plants need to be pruned, ...

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