Alan Titchmarsh: Prune these plants NOW before it's too late

Pruning can be one of the most confusing jobs in gardening, but Alan Titchmarsh is here to make it simple. In this practical guide, Alan reveals five key reasons to prune in summer and explains which plants benefit most from a seasonal trim. Subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/GardenersWorldSubscribe From protecting young plum trees against disease to encouraging more flowers on roses, shaping topiary, controlling vigorous shrubs, and boosting fruit production, you'll discover expert techniques that can transform your garden. #Gardeners'World #Gardening #AlanTitchmarsh #Pruning 00:00 - The pruning rule most gardeners get wrong 01:15 - Plum trees: stop this disease now 03:00 - Roses: force a second flush of blooms 05:00 - Topiary: one cut beats all summer 06:15 - Choisya: why hard pruning is right 07:30 - Fruit trees: the trick that grows fruit Subscribe to BBC Gardeners’ World magazine to get 3 months for just £9.99. You’ll unlock easy-to-follow guides and seasonal gardening tips to help you have a bloomin’ brilliant summer. T&Cs apply. https://bit.ly/4bZ3ay2