Cutting back plants can help their overall health. Research specific plants for best pruning practices. A good pair of pruners in the pocket is a very handy tool that will save your fingers from minuscule agonies. Clean cuts close to the stem are generally advisable.

It' s always best practice to remove dead, dying or diseased parts of plants.

Good times for pruning include while you are watering, while you're strolling your garden at dusk and when unknown numbers pop your cellphone.