Pruning guide
How to prune greek sage
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Pruning greek sage — FAQ
When should I prune greek sage?
After flowering in early summer; light shaping in early spring. After blooms fade, shorten stems by one-third using clean secateurs, cutting to just above a healthy leaf or bud. In spring, remove dead or frost-damaged stems and lightly shape the overall form. Do not cut back hard into bare wood.
How often does greek sage need pruning?
Once after flowering; light spring tidy annually. Greek Sage is a woody, shrubby perennial that benefits from regular pruning to prevent it becoming leggy and woody at the base. Cut back by up to one-third after flowering in early summer. In early spring, prune lightly to shape, removing any dead or frost-damaged wood. Avoid cutting into old, leafless wood as it may not regenerate.
How do you prune greek sage?
After blooms fade, shorten stems by one-third using clean secateurs, cutting to just above a healthy leaf or bud. In spring, remove dead or frost-damaged stems and lightly shape the overall form. Do not cut back hard into bare wood.