As August winds down, overgrown shrubs and spent blooms can drain your garden’s vitality and attract unwanted pests. End of Summer pruning revitalizes your plants by removing tired growth, warding off disease, and shaping them for a stunning autumn appearance. This guide will walk you through why timely trimming is crucial, the optimal pruning window, which plants benefit most, essential cutting techniques, the right tools to use, common errors to steer clear of, and when enlisting the expertise of Hawkins Landscaping can safeguard your harvest and your valuable time.