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Early spring pruning can help some perennials thrive, but others need more time.

Cutting back perennials is one of those garden chores that sounds simple—grab the pruners, snip, done—but the reality is more nuanced. Some plants thrive with a fall trim, others depend on their ...

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COLORADO, USA — The great things about perennials are that they live a long time and don't need much maintenance. Even so, some need attention when they get floppy or after they bloom. This will ...

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Perennial and grass foliage can add a lot of appeal to the winter landscape while being beneficial for overwintering pollinators and wildlife. That’s why I prefer waiting until early spring to cut ...

DENVER — Even though I'm tempted to start cutting back my perennial beds, I'm not doing it yet. Even in their freeze-dried state, the border perennials provide habitat for birds and host cocoons of ...

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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, ...