Will This Plant Sprout And Survive If I Cut It Back With A Chain Saw To Half Its Size?

Question

I have what I’m told is a Ligustrum that has grown too tall for me to trim with electric hedgers. Photo attached. I have to use a step ladder and thats too much at age 77. I’m thinking about cutting it way back (about 1/2 size) with a chain saw. Will it still sprout new growth and survive that?

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Answer 1

Yes, they are tough plants and can handle rejuvenation pruning. Cut it back to within 12 inches of the ground in late winter. It should resprout.