Your Catmint Blooms Are Fading—Do This for a Second Wave

Don’t Forget to Deadhead These Flowers Before August Ends

Want a fuller garden? Don’t forget to deadhead these flowers in August! By removing spent flowers in late summer, you'll get to enjoy another round of blooms.

Your Catmint Blooms Are Fading—Do This for a Second Wave

Cut catmint back after its first flowers fade to encourage a second wave of blooms. Here’s when to prune, how much to trim, and what to do next.

Should You Cut Off Dead Coneflower Blooms? A Garden Pro Explains What to Do for Healthier Flowers

Credit: MediaNews Group / Getty ImagesKey PointsDeadheading coneflowers can extend blooming and keep plants looking tidy.Leaving spent blooms provides food for birds and adds winter garden interest.The choice depends on your garden style and whether you prefer neatness or natural growth.Coneflowers are a garden favorite for good reason: their colorful, daisy-like blooms can keep pollinators busy for weeks and add plenty of late-summer interest t…