How to prune abelia 'rose creek'

Late winter to early spring for structural cuts; light tip-pruning throughout the growing season. In late winter, remove dead or weak stems and reduce up to one-third of the plant by cutting at a 45-degree angle above a leaf node. During the growing season, nip the first half-inch of shoot tips to promote branching and additional flower buds. Avoid hedge-shearing, which increases disease risk on cut stems.

Annually for structural pruning; tip-pruning as desired through summer. Yes, but lightly. 'Rose Creek' is a compact, naturally tidy cultivar that holds its form well. Wait until the shrub reaches full size (usually year three) before any structural pruning. Tip-pruning through the growing season encourages bushiness and repeat bloom; harder renewal pruning is done once a year in late winter.

In late winter, remove dead or weak stems and reduce up to one-third of the plant by cutting at a 45-degree angle above a leaf node. During the growing season, nip the first half-inch of shoot tips to promote branching and additional flower buds. Avoid hedge-shearing, which increases disease risk on cut stems.