Pruning These Shrubs In Winter Will Ruin Spring Blooms

These shrubs flower in the spring on buds that formed the previous year. Prune them in the winter, and you'll be removing ...
Homes and Gardens on MSN

If you’re stuck for Christmas gift ideas, choose these 6 easy potted plants

Potted plants to gift for Christmas make some of the most meaningful gifts. These 6 are not your typical festive plants, but ...
The Spruce on MSN

4 shrubs you can still prune in December (and 3 you should definitely leave alone), according to garden pros

Key Points December is an ideal month for light pruning of certain shrubs.Avoid heavy cuts that could compromise spring blooms.Light pruning to shape and remove dead branches helps prevent cold and ...
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5 Things You Should Always Do For Your Azaleas Before The First Frost

Azaleas usually weather the South's mild frosts without problem, but many evergreen azaleas don't like a deep freeze. They need a helping hand so they can come through winter without losing a few ...
Peninsula Daily News

A GROWING CONCERN: Get to the root of fall pruning

LET’S REVIEW A perfect and a little-known method which is totally appropriate now in the month of October. I have numerous times explained, and rightly so, how pruning at the wrong time of year can ...
NOLA.com

Wait to prune azaleas, and how to choose a front-yard shade tree: Dan Gill's advice

I have several overgrown azalea bushes and want to rejuvenate them. Is it too late to cut them back now? I do realize I would lose the spring flowers, but I’m afraid the overgrown condition of the ...
St. Louis Post-Dispatch

It's not too late to prune azaleas

Faded blooms on an azalea, ready for pruning. Q: Time got away from me, and I haven’t pruned my evergreen azaleas yet. When is it too late to prune azaleas, and how far back can I prune them? Write to ...
The Virginian-Pilot

Gardening basics: How — and when — to prune azaleas

Most home gardeners prize azaleas for their wide range of colors and low maintenance. By learning to prune these shrubs properly, you will be rewarded with healthy plants that bring spring color to ...
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette

IN THE GARDEN: To learn more about gardening, consider Master Gardeners’ course

Q: Last year my garden suffered from powdery mildew and bugs galore. I live in Pulaski County. I want to do better this year. Are there any classes or places I can go to learn more? A: If you have ...
Post and Courier

AIKEN MASTER GARDENERS: Azaleas thrive in filtered shade and acidic soil

A late frost is still possible, but with each day passing, a late spring frost becomes less probable. After April 10, statistically there’s only a 10% chance of a late freeze, great news for our ...
The Victoria Advocate

Expert shares azaleas pruning tips

SHREVEPORT, La. - Gardening enthusiasts gathered at the American Rose Center to hear from David Creech of Stephen F. Austin University, who provided expert advice on azalea care, particularly pruning ...