Pruning plants in the fall doesn’t just keep your garden looking neat. It also wards off disease and pests while giving perennials a head start on healthy growth for the spring. Some plants, like ...

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, ...

It's common knowledge that you should be pruning some plants in the fall, but this doesn't necessarily mean they all need attention from your shears right away. While some plants are best trimmed in ...