
Winter may feel like a time to hibernate and forget about the garden, but your vines have other plans. As the temperatures drop, those leafy climbers are busy preparing to either thrive or take over once spring arrives. The difference? Whether you give them a proper trim before the snow flies.
Cutting back the right vines before winter isn’t just about appearances—it’s about protecting your garden from frost damage, disease, and tangled chaos come spring. So grab your gloves, sharpen those shears, and let’s talk about the eight vines that deserve a little haircut before the cold rolls in.