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Perennial plants.

Pruning Perennials

Master Gardener Program
2026-10-20 18:00:00 2026-10-20 19:00:00 America/New_York Pruning Perennials Reed Memorial Library - Jenkins Room

Tuesday, October 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Reed Memorial Library

Jenkins Room

Learn how to properly care for your perennials.

Most perennials should be cut back to 2–6 inches in the fall after several hard freezes have occurred. However, those left for winter bird feeding should not be cut back until late winter or early spring. Presented by Portage County Master Gardener Jill Halligan. Room for 30 people. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Home & Garden | General |

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