Spring-flowering plants like deutzias need pruning after flowering to ensure flowers next year. In this practical video guide, Alan explains how to prune them and why you shouldn't be daunted at this task.

He demonstrates which parts of the plant need pruning and which stems to leave because they will carry next year's flowers. Plus, he explains why you shouldn't cut the whole plant back to the ground.

For more advice on growing and caring for deutzia plants, visit the BBC Gardeners' World Magazine website: https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-to...