8 Plants You Should Never Cut Back in the Summer for a Happier Garden

Most plants have a growth spurt in the summer after their springtime blooms or leaves appear. With the nice weather and lush growth, it is very tempting to grab pruners, head out into the garden, and cut them back. But, for some plants, pruning in the summer will mean you will have fewer blooms or none at all next spring.

Knowing when to prune a plant to keep it healthy and thriving is tricky, so here’s a list of eight popular plants you should never cut back in the summer.

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