Pruning is not always essential but is recommended, as a rose of Sharon is a fast grower and can be kept healthy and in shape through trimming. Rose of Sharon is also notorious for self-seeding ...

Hydrangeas are beloved for their large, rounded clusters of brightly colored flowers. Commonly found in shades of blue, ...

Many summer-flowering shrubs should be trimmed before winter ends, so don’t wait. Get out there on a sunny day and prune your ...

Here's why I'm impressed by the 'Knock Out' rose and when and how to prune this low-maintenance shrub. Why You Should Grow A 'Knock Out' Rose 'Knock Out' rose is an All-America Selections winner that ...

If you are considering adding these lovely trees to your house, congratulations on a smart decision. But while these trees cannot grow too tall, they still require pruning to develop healthily. We ...

Climbing hydrangeas are the exception to this rule – they are pruned in summer, after flowering. Pruning prevents hydrangeas becoming woody and congested, and channels the plants' energy into ...

If you prune them in winter, you will be reducing the spring show by removing flower buds. On the other hand, many summer-flowering shrubs, such as Annabelle hydrangea and rose of Sharon ...

It also helps to ripen the wood and produce good buds for next year's crop. All cherry pruning should be carried out in the growing season. This reduces the risk of silver leaf disease which is most ...