Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.

In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about cutting back ornamental grasses and if it's too early to rake lawns.

The broadcaster and long-time host of Gardeners' World often has a rule of thumb that can help avoid gardening disasters.

This week's gardening column explains when to prune roses, butterfly bushes, and walnut trees, plus the benefits of no-till gardening.

Shape the plant by cutting back any rangy stems at a 45-degree angle facing away from the bud. Prune it back enough to account for new growth that will likely add height and width in the upcoming ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pruning serves a greater purpose than just shaping or tidying up your rose bush. It is important for ...

February into early March is prime pruning season for roses — and getting it right makes all the difference come summer.

Gardeners with roses in their gardens have been urged to carry out some key tasks on the plants in early March before spring ...

Gardeners across the state are ready to get outside and garden, and late February is an ideal time to do that. From pruning ...

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

According to gardening expert and presenter Monty Don, one straightforward rhyme can help avoid this common blunder. His guidance boils down to a memorable six-word mantra: "Flowers before June, do ...

In March 2026, Monty Don warns UK gardeners that a six-word pruning rule could make or break their flowering shrubs. Which plants should stay untouched, and which desperately need the secateurs? The ...