It’s time to begin summer pruning in your gardens — pruning is one of my favorite gardening tasks. I have seen a lot of shrubs growing vigorously this year. It’s important to prune them to keep them ...

A friend of mine said she had bearded irises that had beautiful blooms this spring. Unfortunately, they have spread too much and she needs to divide and move them to another location. Irises are ...

1. Divide clumps of bearded irises. This is a practice that should be observed every three to five years. Otherwise, there will be a decline in the number and quality of your blooms. If the ground is ...

Prune wisteria, roses, and lavender in September to control growth and encourage healthier blooms. Cut back bearded iris, daylily, and blanket flower to prevent pests and refresh plants for fall. Trim ...

If you're worried about the young trees in your garden that were touched by late frosts, experts say lay off the pruning and fertilization. Pruning can stimulate excessive growth. If you want to ...

Q: I have a bed that contains a number of bearded irises that don’t bloom. There is plenty of sun, the bed drains well, and the foliage is healthy and abundant. Do you think that they have sunk too ...