Pruning is hugely beneficial for the plant that’s getting the chop – and it’s rewarding for the gardener, too! So don’t be afraid to wield those secateurs and tame your plants.

Midwinter is the ideal time to prune many of your deciduous plants. Learn what to cut and what to keep the secateurs away from!

Pruning stimulates new growth, and the new growth is where the flower buds form. For healthy, full flowers next season, follow these simple steps.

Here’s a general guide for when to prune different plants. Precise timing will vary depending on your climate zone.