As summer peaks and your garden is in full swing, it may feel like the perfect time to set your gardening tools aside and take a well-deserved break. However, experienced gardeners know that many plants can still benefit from regular maintenance, even as the summer begins to wane.
Deadheading—the simple act of removing spent blooms—is one task that shouldn’t fall by the wayside this month. Not only does deadheading keep your garden looking tidy, but it also encourages many plants to continue producing flowers well into the season.
A few strategic snips this month can ensure you’re enjoying fresh flowers well into the fall months.
According to a professional gardener and florist, here are the top plants you should deadhead now to keep your garden thriving through fall.
Meet the Expert
Grace Krueger is the founder and florist behind Lulabelle’s Flower Farm, located in Burlington, Kansas.
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