General Pruning of Shrubs
Most shrubs that don't flower in the early Spring can be pruned
in late-Winter-to-early Spring. Many shrubs that have numerous small branches
that come from the ground, such as spirea, potentilla, and dogwood, can
be pruned back significantly in order to maintain the size and shape. Woody
shrubs, such as viburnum, and winged euonymus, that have heavy, woody stems,
can be lightly pruned in the Spring, but should not be cut back severely.
Prune early Spring flowering shrubs, such as lilacs, as soon as possible
after flowers fade in the Spring, to avoid removing next year's flowering
wood. Light pruning to shape can be done throughout the growing season.
Fall and early Winter provide additional opportunities for light pruning
of most shrubs.
If you have a question on a specific type of shrub, please come to a Bachman's Garden Center, and we will be glad to show you what equipment you will need and how to use it.
For further information, read online our care sheet on "Quick Pruning Tips", "Pruning Basics", "Pruning Deciduous Trees and Shrubs", and "Pruning Evergreens".
Revised: 03/10/98
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