Pruning guide
How to prune gumbo limbo
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 gumbo limbo — FAQ
When should I prune gumbo limbo?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does gumbo limbo need pruning?
As needed. Gumbo Limbo 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 gumbo limbo?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.