Pruning guide
How to prune prostrate rosemary
Best time
After flowering in spring to early summer
How often
Lightly once a year after flowering
Technique
Trim soft new growth back by up to one-third with shears or secateurs after blooms fade. Never cut below the green leafy growth into bare wood.
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Pruning prostrate rosemary — FAQ
When should I prune prostrate rosemary?
After flowering in spring to early summer. Trim soft new growth back by up to one-third with shears or secateurs after blooms fade. Never cut below the green leafy growth into bare wood.
How often does prostrate rosemary need pruning?
Lightly once a year after flowering. Prostrate rosemary is a spreading, low-growing form that rarely needs heavy pruning. Trim lightly after flowering to keep it tidy and prevent bare woody patches. Avoid cutting into old bare wood — it does not regenerate well. A light clip to maintain spread boundaries each spring is usually all that is needed.
How do you prune prostrate rosemary?
Trim soft new growth back by up to one-third with shears or secateurs after blooms fade. Never cut below the green leafy growth into bare wood.