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Pruning Ornamental
Shrubs: Evergreens
Evergreen shrubs, both broadleaved and narrow leaved types, are best pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Pruning at this time will enable the plant to fill in quickly, which minimizes that “just prunecf look. Early spring pruning also wilt facilitate removal of winter-injured branches, a common occurrence on evergreens. Succulent shoots of coniferous shrubs may be tipped back in late spring to form a dense, compact crown.
Avoid shearing evergreen shrubs into artificial shapes. Once formalized pruning is begun, its effects cannot be changed easily. Most evergreens do not produce new shoots on old wood, therefore, do not prune beyond the portion of the branch having healthy foliage. Evergreens respond best to light annual thinnings rather than heavy pruning conducted infrequently. On certain evergreens such as yews, a second flush of growth will occur in late summer.
Avoid late summer pruning (August through September) on al shrubs. Pruning at ftis time of year encourages new growth to develop, which may not harden off sufficiently tor winter. This increases the danger of winter bum.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this article, or any other questions, please contact me at jwood@bartlett.com or 1-877-Bartlett.
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