Prune azaleas in early spring

Courtesy Lifestyle  Sat, 06/27/2009 - 01:40

Q: When is the best time to prune an azalea?
— Geraldine JenkinsNewport News, Va. A: The Azalea Society of America says the best time is early spring, before the plant puts out new growth.

However, you'll sacrifice blooms for that year.


 

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