How much can I cut back my gardenia?
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My gardenia has grown to about 5' tall and I need to cut it back. I love my gardenia and don't want to kill it, but if I don't cut it back it will be out of control.
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Lisa Lee Bernier
on Jul 15, 2017
i would cut them down about6 inches -
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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Jul 15, 2017
Obviously happy and thriving! You have what everyone else wants! Here is a link for you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/when-to-prune-a-gardenia.htm -
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PRESIDENTSAC
on Jul 15, 2017
I have cut full sized azaleas(5-6+ ft high) and several other plants in that same family back 50% of their height and be very happy with the results. Wait until the blooms are off, but then cut them back. Don't wait too late because they will put out new growth that needs to harden before it gets cold. -
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Molly Anmar
on Jul 15, 2017
Prune shrubs after they have finished flowering in summer to remove straggly branches and faded flowers.See if you don't find this informative:http://www.clemson.edu/extension/hgic/plants/landscape/shrubs/hgic1065.html -
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Robyn Garner
on Jul 15, 2017
My Dad has kept a gardenia in a large pot for years. As it gets too large, he literally chops it down to only 6" tall. They produce new leaves on both green and brown wood so it always come back with a vengeance!!
Lisa Lee Bernier
on Jul 15, 2017
Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA
on Jul 15, 2017
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