Pruning guide
How to prune dwarf hinoki cypress
Best time
Spring, as growth resumes
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
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Pruning dwarf hinoki cypress — FAQ
When should I prune dwarf hinoki cypress?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does dwarf hinoki cypress need pruning?
As needed. Dwarf Hinoki Cypress needs little routine pruning. Mainly remove yellowing, damaged or dead leaves at the base with clean scissors, and trim any leggy or overgrown stems in spring if you want a fuller, more compact shape. It is hard to harm by light tidying.
How do you prune dwarf hinoki cypress?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.