There are many reasons to find out about pruning azaleas. It could be that your shrub is dominating the space it's planted in and needs to be controlled. Maybe your azalea doesn't look that healthy so ...

When considering how to prune azaleas, take into account that such pruning isn’t actually a necessity unless your bushes have outgrown their allotted space. You can prevent that by planting azaleas ...

Across the front of my house, I have azaleas and gardenias that are 6 feet or so tall. I would like to trim them down to about 3 or 4 feet. Can this be done after their next bloom, and will they bloom ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Azaleas Q: My azaleas have gotten lopsided, and I’d like to prune them into a better shape. When is the best time to do that? A: ...

Q: When and how should I prune azaleas? The plants are leggy and open. I’d like for them to be fuller. A: In pruning azaleas, it’s best to wait until the blooms have faded — but before July. Azaleas ...

Red oak leaves showing iron deficiency. Dear Neil: I have read that the tall shoots of my azaleas should have been cut back after their spring bloom but obviously I didn’t get the job done. Should I ...

Azaleas produce clouds of vibrant blooms from spring to fall, but only if you stick to a pruning schedule that doesn't mess with the plant's natural cycles.

When should I prune and fertilize my azaleas? Amy, Tulsa. Azaleas, like all plants, should only be pruned for specific reasons, such as removing dead wood or for shaping for appearance and size. Dead ...

Q: Even though I have had a frost, my Encore azaleas still have blooms on them. When do I prune them? I know you say to prune after flowering, but they aren't done yet. A : Encore azaleas bloom at ...

From perennials that need to be pruned in the fall to trees that need a light trim in the dead of winter, a gardener's pruning shears never get any rest. However, it can be a little dizzying trying to ...

Most home gardeners prize azaleas for their wide range of colors and low maintenance. By learning to prune these shrubs properly, you will be rewarded with healthy plants that bring spring color to ...