BBC Gardeners' World Magazine Masterclass (On-Demand): Perfect Your Pruning in Spring
ABOUT THIS WEBINAR
**Please note, this Masterclass was originally aired live in February 2022, this On-Demand class is the recorded session.**
Spring can be the busiest time of year for gardeners, with day length and temperatures increasing, our plants surge into growth, with many benefiting from pruning at this time.
Discover how to take the headache out of your spring pruning and get the best results from the plants in your garden, in part one of a three-part online Masterclass Pruning Series, with pre-recorded closing Q&A with Associate Editor, David Hurrion.
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AGENDA
Why late winter and early spring are a great time for pruning
Which plants to prune at this time of year
How pruning promotes strong growth for the year ahead
Why spring-flowering shrubs benefit from being cut back after blooming
The basic rules of which parts of a plant to prune first
How to prune to promote better shape and form
Ways to encourage more summer blooms
Pruning tips for newly planted shrubs and bushes
Which herbaceous plants to prune now
Pre-recorded Q&A with David Hurrion and Emma Crawforth
David has been gardening for more than 50 years, he has designed, built and planted many show gardens, including at the prestigious RHS Chelsea Flower Show. His extensive knowledge and practical experience is based on thorough botanical and...