How to prune properly in early spring – protect your plants while it's still cold with this expert-approved method so your garden thrives in the months to come

Pruning roses with secateur.

March is the very beginning of a busy time in the garden, with the first hint of spring arriving; all of a sudden, it feels like there's so much to do after months of winter neglect.

Although it's early days and it's still chilly outside, there are some essential jobs you can be doing in March to help you get the best from your space in the coming months. And one of these is pruning.