How low should I cut perennial plants for the winter?
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depends on what plants you are referring to for the proper answer to be given
I remove the leaves and some seed pods that have dried/died off, but generally leave the stalks and such for interest during the winter. Birds and small critters can feed that way.
Which perennials you cut back depends on the perennials. https://www.thespruce.com/perennial-plants-to-cut-back-in-the-fall-1402712
I cut mine and my clients and I leave about an inch.
I only cut down the peonies. I cut them down to about 2 inches once the frost has killed them. I leave the remaining perennials alone for insulation and for winter food.