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04/27/2025

Pruning Flowering Shrubs

The ideal time for pruning flowering shrubs depends on the time of the year they bloom.

Prune late winter and spring-flowering shrubs after they flower. If you prune spring-flowering shrubs during winter, you will be removing flower buds. Primary examples in this category include azaleas, spiraeas, and garden hydrangeas (Hydrangea macrophylla). Many times we are doing height reduction pruning via topping methods when it would be best to use a limited amount of thinning cuts to maintain better plant shape.

For spring-blooming azaleas, complete pruning by late June or early July. For multi-seasonal blooming azaleas, complete pruning within 4 weeks after the spring bloom is completed.

Prune summer-flowering shrubs and small trees from mid to late winter before spring growth. Some plants in this group are crape myrtles, oleanders, vitex and altheas.

Most non-flowering evergreens should be pruned in the dormant winter season, but some pruning can be done at other times as needed.

04/27/2025

Proven Winners - Heart to Heart® 'Radiance' - Sun or Shade Caladium - Caladium hortulanum plant details, information and resources.

04/26/2025

Louisiana honey is unBEElievably good! You can find Louisiana honey at your local farmers market, roadside stand, or by frequenting the local section of your favorite grocery store.

Reference your Market Bulletin to find a Farmers Market in your area. Not a subscriber? You can sign up at https://appengine.egov.com/apps/la/MarketBulletin.

04/14/2025

04/11/2025

Interested in growing blueberries? Learn how to grow them with the LSU AgCenter Home Blueberry Production Guide: https://tinyurl.com/HomeBlueberryProductionLA

04/09/2025

If you're planning to grow citrus trees in Louisiana, there are a few important steps to ensure your trees thrive.

Understanding Your Local Climate: Research the average minimum temperatures in your area and stay informed about upcoming weather conditions. This will help you determine the level of cold protection needed for your citrus trees.

Planning for Cold Protection: Develop a strategy that includes both passive methods, such as selecting cold-tolerant varieties and planting in sheltered locations, and active methods like using protective coverings to shield trees during cold snaps.

Making Practical Decisions for Easier Cold Protection: Consider growing citrus in containers, which allows you to move the plants into a protected space during cold weather. Pruning your trees is essential to make covering them easier and to maintain their health.

Learn more with LSU AgCenter fruit and nut specialist Michael Polozola: https://tinyurl.com/yck8yv4c

03/30/2025

The red maple, Acer rubrum, is a medium-size native tree that can really light up your landscape with beautiful colors. These trees are generally adaptable and make great shade trees.

Bonus: They are the host tree to a few moths including the Rosy Maple Moth.

Red maple is a colorful addition to your landscape!

03/30/2025

(03/28/25) These large evergreen shrubs are vigorous and heat tolerant. They are reliable spring bloomers with a wide range of flower colors.

03/27/2025

Find a Local Retailer Garden Centers Proven Winners ColorChoice Flowering Shrubs + Evergreens Trialed and Tested for Your Success ↓ High performance shrubs for hot climates Everyone deserves a lush, […]

03/23/2025

Beautiful containers full of fresh flowers can be enjoyed throughout your home! Our cut flower guide will help you know which garden varieties stay strong in a vase of water, including shrubs and perennials! Click the link to read through our 10 Care Tips for Long-Lasting Cut Flowers so you can soon enjoy your flowers inside as well as outside! pwwin.rs/CFGu25

03/23/2025