Fall is our best time to plant in the SoCal garden; here’s your October checklist

From plans for spring harvest to spacing tips to planting basics, there’s a steady stream of tasks to do and things to look ...
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Want Healthier Trees Come Spring? Here’s When to Prune Them

The best time to prune depends on the type of tree. Spring-flowering trees (dogwoods, redbuds, ornamental cherries) should be pruned soon after flowering is over. These trees set flower buds in the ...

4 plants to prune in October before it's too late

October is a great time to prune popular garden plants to ensure your outdoor space thrives throughout the seasonal changes ...
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8 Plants You Should Never Prune In October

Even if your shrubs are looking a bit forgotten, fall pruning can damage new growth or remove future flowers. Don't prune these plants in October.
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BOOR: Fall is an excellent time to plant a tree

Fall is an excellent time to plant a tree. The soils are still warm, allowing the root system to begin to spread out. It also ...
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Should You Prune Your Bee Balm This Fall? It Depends on This One Factor, Gardeners Say

Key Takeaways Pinching or cutting back bee balm early in the season can promote branching and flowering.Late season pruning is best for disease prevention.Diseased plant material should be thrown in ...