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Q.I’ve been told you can prune gardenias all the way to the ground. Can this be done?

Zone 75043 | judithathompson4134 added on September 5, 2019 | Answered

My bush has not done well for several years and I was hoping to give it a new start.

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BushDoctor
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Answered on September 6, 2019

I wouldn't cut it back, completely! I would only remove 1/3 of the plant at a time. This article will give you more information on when, and how to prune them properly: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/when-to-prune-a-gardenia.htm

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