Pruning is one of the best jobs to do in winter to keep your garden looking its best, but is not the time to be soft-handed if you want your garden to flourish in spring and summer.
If you think pruning involves gently picking at a few leaves with your secateurs, we're here to let you in on a secret. Beautiful summer garden ideas favour the bold, and according to RHS Chief Horticultural Advisor Guy Barter now is the time to prune back hard if you want your plants to look better than ever.
