To Prune or Not To Prune Posted by on in Garden and Home, Uncategorized | 0 comments Shrubs NOT to prune in fall: Forsythia White Spirea Lilac Hydrangea These shrubs overwinter spring flowers in their buds. While not harmful, fall pruning will eliminate spring blooms. Best results are achieved pruning just after bloom fade. Share this: Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Print (Opens in new window) Print Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) Pinterest