Pruning is my favorite gardening task by far, and the winter dormant season is a great time to prune trees and shrubs. You ...
Pruning is a necessary task for the majority of shrubs that, when done right, will improve the health and beauty of your bushes. There is a right time to prune that will enhance growth and get the ...
Expert tips for helping plants recover after freezing weather, including when to water, prune and fertilize damaged ...
An unusually brutal blast of cold air from during the end of January and early February pushed temperatures down into record ...
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, ...
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Which plants to prune in February

In February, you can already spot the first signs of the approaching spring. Delicate buds form on branches, and some early ...
February is the ideal time to prune certain plants while they’re still dormant, encouraging healthier growth and better flowering in spring.
On plants where growth is constantly renewed from ground level, the weak, spindly shoots should be removed, as well as some ...
Monty Don has revealed three key plants that must be pruned in February to stimulate extra flowers and healthy growth, and it includes roses.
An ice storm can split and break branches, burn foliage, and zap flowers. Follow these steps to help your trees and shrubs recover from ice storm damage.