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Gardening in mediterranean climates => General Cultivation => Topic started by: Joanna Savage on January 13, 2015, 04:39:52 PM

Title: Pruning Shrubs in Winter
Post by: Joanna Savage on January 13, 2015, 04:39:52 PM

For various reasons, mostly painting and decorating in the house, I am behind with what should have been autumn pruning. Of particular concern are Phlomis, Cistus,  Helichrysum and Santolina. They are all looking pretty miserable as we have had a run of sub zero temps. Even the Euphorbias look as though they would like to expire. I am seeking advice as to whether I prune now when there may be more cold ahead, or should I wait until the plants come alive again and start to grow.

Title: Re: Pruning Shrubs in Winter
Post by: Trevor Australis on January 13, 2015, 10:42:10 PM

Unless rots set in and threaten plant survival my preference would be to wait until all risk of frost and snow is passed.