Are you wondering which plants to prune in July? Don’t let the summer heat stop you! In this video, Simon from Walking Talking Gardeners walks you through the essential July gardening jobs, focusing on the time-sensitive plants that need cutting back right now to ensure healthy growth and better blooms next year.
What we cover in this pruning guide:
Spring Flowering Shrubs: Learn why immediate pruning is critical for Philadelphus (Mock Orange), Deutzia, Weigela florida, and Kolkwitzia (Beauty Bush).
Herbaceous Perennials: How to get a second flush of flowers from Hardy Geraniums, Nepeta (Catmint), Delphiniums, and Lupins.
Deadheading for More Blooms: Expert tips for Dahlias, Cannas, Lilies, and Alstroemeria to keep your garden color going until October.
Protecting Fruit Trees: Why July is the safest time to prune "Prunus" species (Cherries, Plums, Apricots, Peaches) to avoid Silver Leaf and Bacterial Canker.
Bedding Plants & Annuals: The secret to keeping Marigolds, Petunias, Cosmos, and Pelargoniums flowering all summer long.
Pruning at the right time is the difference between a messy garden and a professional display. Grab your secateurs and let’s get to work!
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