indian hawthorns bushes

Question

we have two very large I>H> bushes in our front yard, they have been prolific growers and flowerer every year, but they are about 4-5 ft tall nicely rounded and we would like them downsized to about three feet, but are very concerned on whether they will produces buds and maintain shape??

Answer 1

Indian Hawthorn should be pruned soon after flowering. This article should help
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/indian-hawthorn/indian-hawthorn-pruning.htm