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Q.Pruning Wine & Rose Weigela

Zone Plainfield, IL 60544 | ghschaff added on September 7, 2017 | Answered

Last fall, 2016, I planted five of the above weigela. They are growing terrific, already with heights approaching 3 feet, but straggley. I do not want them to get higher than 3 ft, and prefer shorter, more dense bushes. How and when should I trim them back to promote healthy growth next year to move towards my goal? Thanks,

Gary Schaffner

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BushDoctor
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Answered on September 7, 2017

These should be pruned in late spring to avoid destroying the next seasons flowers, as they flower from older wood. Trim these branches by only 1/3. This article will help:https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/weigela/pruning-weigela.htm

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