How to prune choisya x dewitteana 'aztec pearl'

Immediately after the main spring flowering, typically May to early June. Cut back flowered shoots by 25–30 cm (10–12 in) to a healthy bud or leaf. After the final autumn flush, remove any dead or damaged growth only. 'Aztec Pearl' takes well to moderate pruning, increasing density and flower count, but does not need drastic annual cutting.

Annually after the main spring flush. Yes, prune immediately after flowering. 'Aztec Pearl' has narrower leaves than C. ternata and flowers prolifically in spring, often with a repeat flush in late summer. Pruning the flowered stems back after the first flush encourages denser regrowth and improves the chance of that second flowering. Overall pruning needs are low.

Cut back flowered shoots by 25–30 cm (10–12 in) to a healthy bud or leaf. After the final autumn flush, remove any dead or damaged growth only. 'Aztec Pearl' takes well to moderate pruning, increasing density and flower count, but does not need drastic annual cutting.