Key Points Prune shrubs based on bloom time, cold tolerance, and variety—check what's best for each type.Cut back new wood ...

Pieris are easy-to-grow and cold-hardy evergreen shrubs with dark fingered foliage that is attractive all year round. This plant (also known as the andromeda bush or the lily-of-the-valley bush) ...

End of winter is the best time of year to prune shrubs that flower later in the growing season, i.e. from mid-June and after. The reason is that later-flowering shrubs bloom on “new wood.” This means ...

I read that spring flowering shrubs should be pruned soon after they are through blooming. Why can’t I wait until fall to prune after they have made their growth for the year? Spring flowering shrubs ...

Shrubs require more maintenance than bedding or potted plants, with pruning the main task to keep them looking good. Consider these general guidelines for how often and how much to prune, along with ...

With the leaves on the ground, you can see the shape of the trees and shrubs in your garden, but leave the pruning until ...

I am tired of pruning my overgrown barberry and Spirea shrubs in my front landscape. What would you suggest for replacement shrubs that will stay under 4 feet without pruning and keep their leaves all ...

Even in winter gardeners take time to think about their plans and you may have questions. To ask one, simply go to the OSU Extension website, type it in and include the county where you live. A photo ...

After a long winter, there is an amazing amount of pruning to do. When to prune shrubs is determined by when they bloom. Shrubs that bloom in summer, anytime from June on, such as roses and hydrangeas ...