Pruning and training both aim to make sure that plants are as vigorous and healthy as possible, are at the least risk of infection from disease, and are free of structural weakness at maturity. They can also create striking features by enhancing ornamental qualities, such as bark, flowers, foliage, and fruit. However, pruning always causes some stress, so learn when and how to prune.

• Pruning and training young trees
• Formative pruning and training
• Why, how, and where to cut

Pruning Roses

• Pruning roses
• Pruning Hybrid Tea and Grandiflora roses
• Pruning Floribunda roses
• Pruning standard and miniature roses
• Dealing with suckers
• Pegging down roses
• Pruning Gallica roses
• Pruning Alba, Centifolia, Damask, and Moss roses
• Pruning and training climbing roses
• Pruning and training mature rambler roses

Gardening Tips and Techniques

• Selecting healthy plants
• Planting tips
• Plant propagation techniques

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