Q: I have recently planted a butterfly bush in my backyard and it's growing rapidly. When is the right time to prune it? It currently has beautiful flowers and is great for attracting butterflies, but ...

Wondering what to prune in early spring? Experts explain which plants benefit from pruning now and which ones to leave alone.

According to gardening expert and presenter Monty Don, one straightforward rhyme can help avoid this common blunder. His guidance boils down to a memorable six-word mantra: "Flowers before June, do ...

In fact, according to gardening guru Monty Don, “The first half of March is the best time to prune any shrubs and climbers ...

Aldi suggests trimming last year's growth back to roughly 30-60cm from ground level, adjusting based on the plant's size and vigour. He said: "It can look brutal. But buddleia responds very well to a ...

Lots of people think deep winter is either too late or too early for pruning. But for many shrubs, climbers, and perennials, it's actually the perfect time. The plant is still mostly dormant or only ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Various organisations recommend pruning a few specific plants in February (Image: Getty Images) Gardeners have been advised to ...