Why prune spirea?
- Encourage Healthy Growth:
- Regular pruning removes deadwood and stimulates new, vigorous growth.
- Promote Abundant Blooms:
- Pruning spirea at the right time ensures a stunning display of flowers during the growing season.
- Maintain Shape and Size:
- Keep your shrubs tidy and compact by removing overgrown or sprawling branches.
When to prune spirea?
- For spring-blooming spirea (e.g., bridal wreath spirea), prune immediately after flowering to encourage new growth for next year’s blooms.
- For summer-blooming varieties, prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.
How to prune spirea?
- Start with deadwood removal:
- Cut away any dead, diseased, or damaged branches to improve the plant’s health.
- Shape the shrub:
- Trim back long or unruly branches to maintain a neat, rounded shape.
- Rejuvenate older plants:
- Every 3–4 years, cut back one-third of the oldest stems to ground level to promote fresh growth.
- Lightly trim after blooming:
- For summer-blooming varieties, deadhead spent flowers to encourage a second flush of blooms.
Did You Know?
Spirea is a pollinator-friendly plant that attracts bees and butterflies to your garden. Regular pruning not only keeps it beautiful but also helps maintain its role in supporting local wildlife.
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