In Fielding Questions, readers also asked about cutting back ornamental grasses and if it's too early to rake lawns.

Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.

Gardeners with roses in their gardens have been urged to carry out some key tasks on the plants in early March before spring ...

Pruning Exceptions: Single blooming roses should be pruned after blooming. Two types of single-blooming roses that are common throughout the foothills are ramblers and wild roses.

February into early March is prime pruning season for roses — and getting it right makes all the difference come summer.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Pruning serves a greater purpose than just shaping or tidying up your rose bush. It is important for ...

Determining what time of year to prune your ornamental deciduous shrubs can be tricky and confusing, but we hope to clear up ...

Pruning at the right time can mean the difference between a lush, flower-filled garden and a season of disappointment.

Gardeners across the state are ready to get outside and garden, and late February is an ideal time to do that. From pruning ...