Wait to cut back asparagus until ferns turn brown so the plant stores enough energy for next year. Prune after the first frost, or delay until early spring if ferns stay green. Never prune once new ...

Cut back perennials in fall if they’re disease-prone or pest-damaged. Wait until spring cleanup to give plants winter protection and wildlife value. Use sharp tools and clean, angled cuts for strong, ...

The gloved hand of a gardener cutting back a faded plant with red pruners - Igor Paszkiewicz/Shutterstock It's common knowledge that you should be pruning some plants ...