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Gardeners Urged to Prune These 3 Plants in February Before Time Runs Out
Pruning wisteria, late-flowering clematis, and buddleia in late winter boosts spring growth and flower size, helping prevent tangled, leggy plants, experts say.
- RHS Gardens and Gardeners' World advise gardeners to prune late‑flowering clematis, wisteria and buddleia this February, encouraging healthy growth and flowering.
- Because plant growth cycles vary, RHS Gardens notes that late winter pruning removes dead growth and encourages new shoots, aiding plant regeneration.
- Late‑flowering clematis should be cut to the lowest pair of buds, some stems trimmed back to 30–60cm above outward‑facing buds, and winter shoots reduced to two or three buds; wisteria needs two prunes yearly and buddleia requires hard pruning in late winter.
- Pruning now encourages strong spring shoots and larger flower spikes, keeping plants productive and looking great, Gardeners' World says, while buddleia pruning supports its butterfly‑attracting blooms.
- Gardeners have been urged to act before February finishes, as RHS Gardens recommends pruning in January or February and following species‑specific guidance for possible second pruning in July/August.
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Winter is coming to an end and important work is being done in the garden. Before nature wakes up, you should definitely use scissors in some plants.
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