The most obvious indicator that your lawn is ready for its final cut is that it starts growing more slowly. This typically occurs in late October to early November, especially in cooler weather. But ...

Key Points Prune shrubs based on bloom time, cold tolerance, and variety—check what's best for each type.Cut back new wood ...

Some perennials, though, are best cut back in fall. Hosta, iris and daylilies don’t have rigid stems, and quickly flatten ...