How to prune mahonia aquifolium apollo

Spring, after flowering has finished. Cut stems back by up to one-third using loppers or sharp secateurs; for a worn-out groundcover plant, cut hard to just above ground level every two to three years. Remove suckers at the edge if you want to limit spread. Always wear gloves — the foliage is spiny.

Every 2–3 years. Mahonia aquifolium 'Apollo' is a low-growing groundcover variety that benefits from pruning every two to three years to keep growth dense and fresh. Prune in spring after the yellow flowers finish. A hard cut close to ground level every few years encourages vigorous new foliage and better groundcover coverage.

Cut stems back by up to one-third using loppers or sharp secateurs; for a worn-out groundcover plant, cut hard to just above ground level every two to three years. Remove suckers at the edge if you want to limit spread. Always wear gloves — the foliage is spiny.