Prune 2026

You should prune a Japanese red maple in late winter or early spring while the tree is still fully dormant, which encourages vigorous new growth and minimizes unsightly sap bleeding. If you are wondering how and when to prune Japanese red maple correctly, the timing is everything because a well-timed cut heals faster and keeps … Read more

You prune Japanese maple trees in late winter or early summer, depending on the type of pruning you’re doing. You should prune Japanese maple trees primarily during their dormant season, which is late winter, to remove dead or crossing branches. You can also prune Japanese maple trees lightly in early summer after the leaves have … Read more

You prune hydrangea plants in late winter or early spring for most varieties, though a few types need a different schedule. The exact timing hinges on whether your hydrangea blooms on old wood or new wood, and getting this right is the difference between a bush full of flowers and a leafy green disappointment.   … Read more

How and when to prune hydrangea paniculata is one of the most common questions I get from gardeners, and the short answer is that you should prune panicle hydrangeas in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.   This timing is perfect because hydrangea paniculata blooms on new wood, meaning the flower buds … Read more

You prune hostas in the late fall or early spring, and you should prune them to remove spent flower stalks and dead or damaged leaves.   Pruning hostas isn’t a complicated task, but knowing when to prune hostas can make a big difference in how healthy and beautiful your plants look each season.   If … Read more