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What to prune in October – trim these plants now to protect them from winter damage

Garden with a climbing rose plant.

Wondering what to prune in October?

Even though there are some plants you should never prune in autumn, it’s the prime time to give others a trim before the colder weather sets in – especially varieties that are prone to windrock and other types of winter damage. For others, like summer-flowering shrubs, you’ll see the benefits of an October prune in spring.

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