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Pruning

Prune Shrubs Properly

Prune Shrubs Properly

"GARDENING WITH NATURE", Pruning, Shrubs

Basic pruning requires little more than the removal of dead, damaged, or diseased wood to maintain the health of the plant.

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Trimming Ornamental Grasses

Trimming Ornamental Grasses

Ornamental Grasses, Plant Care, Pruning, XERISCAPE GARDENING

Trimming your ornamental grasses depends on whether they are Evergreen, Cool Season, or Warm Season varieties.

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