Pruning guide
How to prune repandens yew
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Pruning repandens yew — FAQ
When should I prune repandens yew?
Late winter to early spring. Cut back overlong, spreading stems with loppers to a healthy lateral or to bare wood if renovation is needed. Yews re-bud from old stems reliably. For a tidier edge, follow up with hedge shears on the outer tips in mid-summer.
How often does repandens yew need pruning?
Annually; harder renovation as needed every several years. Repandens Yew is a low, wide-spreading English yew cultivar that needs modest pruning to control its considerable spread. Like all yews, it regenerates readily from old wood, so renovation cuts are safe. Trim annually to keep it from encroaching on paths and remove any winter-damaged or dead stems.
How do you prune repandens yew?
Cut back overlong, spreading stems with loppers to a healthy lateral or to bare wood if renovation is needed. Yews re-bud from old stems reliably. For a tidier edge, follow up with hedge shears on the outer tips in mid-summer.