How to prune Osmanthus
How to prune Osmanthus There are a few different ways to prune an Osmanthus, but the most common is to simply cut it back by about one-third after it blooms in late spring. This will help keep the shrub healthy and looking neat. If you need to prune more severely, make sure to do so in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Always use sharp shears when cutting branches and be careful not to damage any of the buds or leaves. Osmanthus is a shrub that typically grows 3 to 5 feet tall and wide. It has dark green, evergreen leaves and produces fragrant white flowers in late fall or early winter. Osmanthus can be pruned to maintain its desired size and shape. To prune an Osmanthus, first, remove any dead or diseased branches with sharp scissors. Then, cut back the remaining branches by one-third to one-half their length. Make your cuts just above a leaf node (the point where a branch meets the main stem), using sharp scissors or pruning shears. Finally, remove any suckers (