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Should you deadhead perennials? Experts reveal the importance of this garden task

Purple foxgloves and alliums at RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Deadheading is one of the most popular garden tasks, and it's something you'll have in mind if you have flowering plants in your garden. But should you deadhead perennials?

While it's true that there are some plants you shouldn't deadhead if you want to cater for wildlife, perennials are usually deadheaded throughout the growing season for various other benefits. In fact, there are lots of plants you should deadhead for a second bloom.

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