Deadhead these Ten plants NOW for non-stop flowers in July

Pruning and deadheading are the keys to a vibrant garden! In this video, we’re sharing 10 essential plants you need to deadhead right now to guarantee a second flush of blooms and non-stop flowers through July and beyond. Whether you want to extend your flowering season, encourage stronger displays for next year, or simply keep your garden looking tidy, timely deadheading is critical. We’ll show you exactly where and how to make the right cuts for everything from classic roses to exotic lilies. What you’ll learn in this video: Roses: How to prune for a second flush (and which varieties it works on!). Geraniums: The secret to long-term seasonal displays for both bedding and hardy types. Dahlias: How to keep them blooming until October. Lupins & Delphiniums: Managing seed pods to save energy for more flowers. Sweet Peas: Why picking flowers is the best way to get more blooms (plus Lorna’s "scissor hands" tips!). Plus: Essential tips for Cosmos, Marigolds, Lilies, Canna Lilies, and more. Gardening is all about timing—don’t miss the window to invigorate your plants for a spectacular summer show! 🌿 Plants mentioned in this video: Roses (Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, Climbing) Bedding & Hardy Geraniums Dahlias Lupins Delphiniums Cosmos Sweet Peas Marigolds (Tagetes) Tree Lilies Canna Lilies Bonus: Pansies, Violas, and Petunias! Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro: Why deadheading now is critical for July blooms 01:02 – 1. Roses: How to get a second flush (Hybrid Tea, Floribunda, and Climbing) 04:06 – 2. Bedding Geraniums: The secret to long-term seasonal displays 04:56 – 3. Hardy Geraniums: Timely cuts for a second flush of color 06:01 – 4. Dahlias: Keep them blooming until October 07:38 – 5. Lupins: Managing heavy seed pods to save energy 08:38 – 6. Delphiniums: Encouraging second spikes in the cottage garden 09:34 – 7. Cosmos: Daily maintenance for non-stop summer flowers 10:04 – 8. Sweet Peas: Lorna’s "Scissor Hands" & the more you pick, the more you get 12:09 – 9. Marigolds (Tagetes): Why you must deadhead from the very beginning 14:09 – 10. Tree Lilies: Pruning for a stronger display next season 15:58 – Bonus: Epiphyllum (Cactus orchid) care and "Hybrid Vigor" 17:19 – 11. Canna Lilies: Expert tips on seed pods vs. flower energy 19:33 – Quick Tips: Pansies, Violas, and Petunias 20:08 – Community Question: What are you deadheading right now? 💬 We want to hear from you! What plants are you deadheading in your garden right now? Share your tips and your location in the comments below to help our global gardening community grow together! Don't forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more weekly gardening advice from Walking Talking Gardeners! Presented by Simon BSc (Hons) Horticulture and Lorna BSc Landscape Management #GardeningTips #Deadheading #Pruning #SummerGarden #FlowerGarden #WalkingTalkingGardeners #GardenMaintenance #JulyGardenJobs   / walkingtalkinggardener