Best time to prune trees, shrubs varies

For most trees and shrubs, early spring is a great time to prune, however, the ideal time to prune can vary depending on the specific type of tree or shrub. When evaluating when to prune a tree or shrub, first determine when the plant’s flowers are in full bloom.If the plant blooms in early spring (such as redbud, crabapple, lilac, magnolia, forsythia, or quince), consider waiting to p...