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Plants to prune in December - suitable for regions with milder winters

An expert horticulturist highlights seven plants to prune in December. These are suitable for milder zones, but shouldn’t be ...
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6 Shrubs You Should Trim Before Winter (and 3 You Can Skip), According to a Garden Pro

Key Points Prune shrubs in fall only after frost when they’ve gone dormant.Avoid heavy cuts early since fall pruning triggers ...
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This Versatile Evergreen Shines Year-Round With Dazzling Purple Foliage

Learn how to grow and care for Purple Daydream® Dwarf Loropetalum, a versatile and compact variety with rich purple foliage that never fades. Get to know the ideal light, soil, and water conditions ...

Shearing Vs Pruning: How To Know Which Technique Your Shrubs Need

Pruning and shearing aren't interchangeable. They're two very different gardening techniques that are used in specific circumstances and have dedicated tools.