is a crucial job done throughout the year to encourage new growth. Other benefits include maintaining the shape and size of the plant, helping to make your garden aesthetic. David Denyer, garden expert from Eflorist, said that June is a "critical month" for gardeners as it marks a pivotal time for pruning .

The expert said, "Pruning during this period helps remove spent blooms, encourages new growth, and maintains plant health." David has shared which flowers Britons should focus on this month.

Rambling , which typically flower during June, can benefit dramatically from regular .

By removing the faded blooms, gardeners will encourage more flowers to be produced throughout the season.

The expert recommended removing any dead, diseased or damaged stems before cutting back any branches which have outgrown the space.

David added: "Tie in new, vigorous shoots as these will flower next year. Pruning after flowering helps the plant bloom well, prevents a tangled mess, ensuring flowers don't grow too high up the plant."

The garden pro explained: "While it may sound counterintuitive to cut back plants that are already growing, pruning herbaceous perennials early in the season can offer substantial benefits.

"Commonly known as the Chelsea Chop in the UK, a pruning technique which coincides with the , involves cutting back plants at the end of May and June to prevent your plants from flopping."

This will help to encourage bushier growth as well as improve overall plant health.

Hardy geraniums, asters and stachys can be cut to the base after the first flush of flowers to promote new growth as well as a "second flowering".

By incorporating the Chelsea Chop into your June gardening routine, the expert said gardeners can ensure their perennials continue to thrive throughout the summer months.

David continued: "For gardeners who love a dazzling display of colour, lavender and rhododendron shrubs are likely to be cherished residents in your garden.

"Most evergreen shrubs are low-maintenance and require little to no regular pruning.

"However, when required, pruning is carried out during early summer to maintain their shape, control their size, and remove any frost-damaged stems."