Pruning is a vital gardening technique that promotes healthy growth, shapes plants, and encourages better flowering or fruiting. Whether you're tending to trees, shrubs, or flowering plants, proper pruning helps remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches and prevents overcrowding. The best time to prune depends on the plant type—deciduous trees are often pruned in winter when they're dormant, while many flowering shrubs benefit from a light trim after blooming. Always use clean, sharp tools and make cuts just above a bud or branch junction to minimise damage. Regular pruning not only enhances a plant's appearance but also improves air circulation and sunlight penetration, leading to stronger, more resilient growth over time.
