Knowing how and when to prune forsythia is critical for keeping this shrub healthy and its spring blooms bountiful. It's among the first shrubs to bloom in landscapes as winter begins to fade, its ...

branches of a forsythia shrub covered in snow - Saxton Studio/Shutterstock No plant announces spring quite like forsythia. Every spring, it bursts with brilliant yellow flowers that declare, without ...

Due to the extra warm winter we've had this year, it’s been a good spring for forsythia. There are loads of yellow flowers on forsythia shrubs all around our area. You may have noticed some bushes ...

If you want the most from your forsythias next spring, pruning soon after the last blossoms of spring hit the ground gets the shrubs ready for next year’s show. And don’t wait too long, because ...

These eight plants benefit from a June trim for more blooms and a healthier, more beautiful garden.

Q.: I have two questions. First, I know it's just about the proper time to prune back forsythia. My question is, how severely can I cut back the forsythia and still expect blooms next Spring? I would ...

HUNTSVILLE, Alabama-- Dear Harvey: Is it OK to cut forsythia way back? My aunt's is so huge and leggy, she'd love to whack it back totally, and hopefully it will grow well, come spring. Thanks. – ...

For years, I've been pondering the dramatic difference in how people prune their forsythias. Of course, beauty is a matter of taste, and you're welcome to weigh in with your opinion. In fact, I hope ...