It can be tempting to take out your best pruning shears during the spring. With warmer, lighter conditions setting in, many plants and trees grow rapidly, which can make yards look unruly and overgrown.
Unfortunately, there are quite a few trees and plants that you shouldn’t prune during spring, due to factors such as their lifecycle or vulnerability to seasonal diseases. Pruning at the wrong time of year can damage plant health, minimize flowering, prevent fruiting and leave your outdoor space sticky with sap.
