Pruning guide
How to prune nandina liriope
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Pruning nandina liriope — FAQ
When should I prune nandina liriope?
Late winter to early spring, before new leaves begin to elongate. Shear all foliage down to 2–3 inches (5–7 cm) using garden shears or a lawnmower set to its highest blade. Time it carefully — once new leaves are elongating, stop to avoid cutting them.
How often does nandina liriope need pruning?
Annually. Liriope muscari 'Big Blue' is a low-maintenance evergreen ground cover that rarely needs heavy pruning. Give it one annual shear in late winter or early spring — cutting foliage back to 2–3 inches clears winter-damaged leaves and promotes a flush of fresh, uniform growth. Beyond that, simply remove tatty or brown leaves as they appear.
How do you prune nandina liriope?
Shear all foliage down to 2–3 inches (5–7 cm) using garden shears or a lawnmower set to its highest blade. Time it carefully — once new leaves are elongating, stop to avoid cutting them.