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- Q.Trimming Back Burning Bush - I would like to trim back my burning bush. I have read that it is suggested to do pruning when ...
- Q.Burning Bushes - I planted 3 burning bushes around 6-7 weeks ago and they still look the same as they did when I ...
- Q.Shrub Pruning - I have several 3 year old burning bushes that are in need of pruning/shaping. When is the best time to ...
- Q.Pruning Burning Bush - What time of the year can I trim my burning bush?
- Q.Pruning A Burning Bush - I have several burning bushes that are growing vigorously, and I wondered if it is too late to trim them ...
- Q.Burning Bush Condition - After the harsh winter, I have 5 burning bush plants that appear to be dead at the top with very ...
- Q.Burning Bush Not Changing Color In The Fall - The burning bush receives morning and afternoon sunlight. We have never used fertilizer on it. After first planting, ...
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Anonymous on
April 15, 2014Q.Trimming Back Burning Bush
I would like to trim back my burning bush. I have read that it is suggested to do pruning when it is dormant. What would happen if I trimmed it back now? I had heard it would not turn red in fall anymore. Is that correct? This bush is 6' tall now and I would like to trim back about 2'. Thank you!
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Nikki on
April 15, 2014
Certified ExpertA.It will be fine to prune it back now. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htm
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Anonymous on
May 8, 2014Q.Burning Bushes
I planted 3 burning bushes around 6-7 weeks ago and they still look the same as they did when I planted them. When should they start showing growth? Right now they are still brown with a little green on the stems.
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Nikki on
November 30, -0001
Certified ExpertA.They are likely experiencing transplant shock. Continue to water, and depending on the size of these shrubs, you may want to prune them back by 1/3. This will help the plants to focus on establishing good roots. Also, give them some bone meal to help boost phosphorus, which helps with root development.
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May 13, 2014Q.Shrub Pruning
I have several 3 year old burning bushes that are in need of pruning/shaping. When is the best time to do this trimming?
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Nikki on
May 13, 2014
Certified ExpertA.This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htm
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Anonymous on
May 15, 2014Q.Pruning Burning Bush
What time of the year can I trim my burning bush?
- Answered by
Nikki on
May 15, 2014
Certified ExpertA.This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htm
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Anonymous on
May 17, 2014Q.Pruning a Burning Bush
I have several burning bushes that are growing vigorously, and I wondered if it is too late to trim them back now. They have leaves on them. Thank you.
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Nikki on
November 30, -0001
Certified ExpertA.This article should help with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htm
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BrianH on
June 9, 2014Q.Burning Bush Condition
After the harsh winter, I have 5 burning bush plants that appear to be dead at the top with very sporadic growth throughout, but very good growth at the base. All are approximately 6 feet tall.
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theficuswrangler on
June 11, 2014A.Your bushes were damaged by the hard winter weather, but should come back nicely. You can prune them back hard, what is called rejuvenation pruning, and they should be better than ever in a couple of years. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/pruning-burning-bush.htm
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September 28, 2014Q.Burning bush not changing color in the fall
The burning bush receives morning and afternoon sunlight. We have never used fertilizer on it. After first planting, the rabbits enjoyed the new treat.We placed a fence around the bush. It has never changed color, a pink if anything. Unsure of what to do. Thanks for your time.
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theficuswrangler on
September 29, 2014A.My guess is that it doesn't have enough sun. Full sun means sun all day. This article has some more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/burning-bush/burning-bush-care.htm
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