How to prune mahonia soft caress

Late spring, after flowering ends. Cut dead or leggy canes back to a strong sideshoot or to ground level using clean secateurs. For a tired plant, cut back by up to one-third in late spring. Avoid heavy pruning in autumn or winter, which stresses the plant and reduces the following season's flower display.

Every 2–3 years (or as needed). Mahonia 'Soft Caress' is distinct from other mahonias in having soft, fern-like leaves with no spines, and a naturally graceful arching habit. It needs only light, occasional pruning. Remove dead or damaged canes and lightly reshape after flowering in late spring. Hard or frequent pruning is unnecessary and reduces flowering.

Cut dead or leggy canes back to a strong sideshoot or to ground level using clean secateurs. For a tired plant, cut back by up to one-third in late spring. Avoid heavy pruning in autumn or winter, which stresses the plant and reduces the following season's flower display.