Pruning large Camellias

Question

I would like to prune down our large Camellias, as they are blocking the sea view. My husband wants to slice through them with a chain saw and take about 2 foot off the top. This will open them up but will the shock be too much? They haven’t really been pruned properly since my Dad died 13 years ago 🙁

Many thanks
Judy Tyack

Answer 1

Pruning should be done when the plant finishes blooming.
Extensive pruning of your large shrub should be done over a period of years.

The links below will help you.

http://extension.oregonstate.edu/gardening/node/398

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/pruning-camellias-how-to-prune-a-camellia-plant.htm