Pruning Azaleas
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Kenneth L
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I realize that this is not the time of year to prune leggy overgrown azaleas, but after they bloom in the Spring, how far can I cut them back?
9 answers
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Rule of thumb is to trim no more than one third of the plant. However sometimes a 'rejuvenating' pruning can be necessary. If the shrub is totally a wreck, you can prune an Azalea down as far as 6-12" on the main branches, removing any dead or undesirable branches.
360 Sod (Donna Dixson)
on Jan 17, 2012
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Spot-on advice from Four Seasons. Make sure you prune before July 1 so you don't affect the next year's blooms.
Douglas Hunt
on Jan 18, 2012
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I recommend the renovating pruning that Four Season Nursery suggests. You will be amazed. Make sure to water and mulch after pruning, keep the plants happy.
Erica Glasener
on Jan 18, 2012
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Thanks for the input. Now all I have to do is wait until the azaleas bloom before cutting back.
Kenneth L
on Jan 18, 2012
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I have discovered a leggy looking azalea on the south side of my future home... by the time we move in, it will be October so I am wondering when should I prune then?
Marlena
on Aug 07, 2013
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Ok, Thank you Doug!
Marlena
on Aug 07, 2013
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Yes, what Doug said. Pruning in the fall usually results in new growth that going into winter will freeze and die. Right after blooming is the best time to prune a spring blooming shrub. Later bloomers can be pruned late winter during dormancy.
Lois Martin
on Jun 10, 2015
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Our dumb neighbor was looking for the property line and cut down to the ground several of our beautiful azalea bushes. It took about 3 years but they are as beautiful now as they ever were and not quite as wild looking. A good hard trim every once in a while is a good thing for them. Just be sure to trim them after blooming.
Pat Croley
on Mar 27, 2016
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Thank you all!
Marlena
on Mar 29, 2016
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