Lavender shrub species grow in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 5 through 10, depending on species, and they do not need much maintenance to thrive in a site with full sun and well-draining soil. Regular pruning, however, is required. If you don't prune your shrubs, ...
How, When to Prune Typical Types of Flowering Shrubs Flowering Shrub Type Examples When to Prune How to Prune Spring-blooming shrubs (bloom on old wood) Lilacs, forsythias, azaleas, weigelas, traditional bigleaf hydrangeas Prune immediately after they finish flowering in spring. Remove one-third...
Prune back long offshoots in the fall after the azalea is done blooming. Pruning after bloom will avoid damaging the plant, while pruning offshoots will produce more blooms from new growth in the spring. It also helps maintain shape and prevents the azalea from interfering with other plants. ...
To head back, use hand pruners to cut the tips of the stems off at different lengths all over the shrub. Some shrubs, such as holly bushes and crepe myrtles, need this practice done every year to maintain a good shape and stay manageable in size. Thinning shrubs Thinning a shrub encour...
After “how?", the second most-asked question we get about pruning is “when?” (Or, "Can I prune this now?") The rule of thumb is to prune immediately after bloom for flowering shrubs, in late winter or early spring for non-blooming shrubs (particularly for heavy pruning), and notaf...
The tools you will need will depend on the age of your plant. Small immature canes can be removed using bypass pruners. Keep your tools handy. You never know when you need to trim a spare branch or two. I use anold mailbox for my garden tool storageand love it!
Hydrangeas can die due to frost damage, drought, transplant shock and because of too much sun. ... To revive hydrangeas water them generously, apply a mulch of compost and protect hydrangeas from direct sun and too much wind. Prune back any frost damaged or sun burnt growth to promote heal...