Pruning guide
How to prune salvia yangii
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Pruning salvia yangii — FAQ
When should I prune salvia yangii?
Early spring as leaf buds begin to swell (not autumn). Cut all stems back to 6–12 inches above the woody base in early spring. Avoid cutting into completely dead grey wood — leave some swelling buds visible. Light deadheading during summer is optional but not essential.
How often does salvia yangii need pruning?
Once annually (hard spring cutback); deadheading optional in summer. Salvia yangii (Russian sage) blooms on new wood, so it must be cut back hard in early spring — not autumn — to avoid dieback from cold on freshly cut stems. Reduce stems to 6–12 inches above the woody base just as leaf buds begin to swell. Do not cut into bare old wood too hard.
How do you prune salvia yangii?
Cut all stems back to 6–12 inches above the woody base in early spring. Avoid cutting into completely dead grey wood — leave some swelling buds visible. Light deadheading during summer is optional but not essential.