When is Late Winter? Late winter is 4 to 6 weeks before spring thaw begins. This could be any time in January to May, depending on your climate.

What month is considered late winter for pruning?

Late Winter Pruning (January-February) The bulk of shrub pruning occurs in late winter when plants are dormant, just before new growth begins to emerge. This is also a good time to clean up beds by cutting back ornamental grasses and perennials. Pay close attention to fruiting shrubs to encourage high yields.

What is considered late winter in Texas?

The average last-frost date is Feb. 5, and many years spring seems to arrive in February, when evergreen pears, saucer magnolias and daffodils are usually in bloom. So I would define late winter here as January — an ideal time to prune crape myrtles and cut back pampas grass.