[PaPaLarry]

Now that we are going into a different season in Florida, what are some of your suggestions on things to do in your garden/ Like pruning, feeding, trimming etc. Some annuals like Vinca's, seem to come back to life the following year? Of course, the trimming of Crepe Myrtle Tree's. (not murder-hehehe) What bulbs are planted this time of year? And of course for color, planting annuals that withstand the freeze, like pansies, snap dragons etc. Should roses be trimmed down now. Plumbago's, always seem to get hit with frost, but do come back. Are we suppose to NOT trim them (the brown area from the frost) until spring? I have a clematis plant that grows good in spring, but seems to weak'n during warm weather, and then liven's up again in fall before it stops. I've learned not to trim it when it gets brown (thinking it is dead) Any help and suggestions in these areas would be greatly appreciated. I know there are some very dedicated gardners out there, who know their stuff, and would like to share. Thanks

[travelguy]

light pruning for cosmetic purposes is ok at any time of the year. plants that die down to the roots (plumbago, hibiscus, allamanda, and more) should not be pruned hard until all danger of frost is past (late Feb/early march). the dead stems protect the roots. roses should have been pruned hard in aug/sep to allow for new growth to freshen up the plants for fall blooming. no shrubs should be pruned hard/back at this time of the year.