Pruning guide
How to prune spanish juniper
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Pruning spanish juniper — FAQ
When should I prune spanish juniper?
Late winter to early spring, before new growth begins. Prune back to a point where green foliage is visible — never cut into bare brown interior wood. Remove no more than one-quarter of the plant at any one time. Trim the outermost new growth lightly to tighten shape; use secateurs for individual branches rather than hedge shears to preserve a natural look.
How often does spanish juniper need pruning?
Annually (light shaping); as needed for dead-wood removal. Spanish Juniper responds to the same pruning principles as other junipers: trim only into green growth, never back to bare old wood, which cannot regenerate. Remove dead or diseased branches in late winter. Shape lightly in early spring. Note that wild Spanish Juniper is legally protected in parts of Spain — only prune cultivated specimens.
How do you prune spanish juniper?
Prune back to a point where green foliage is visible — never cut into bare brown interior wood. Remove no more than one-quarter of the plant at any one time. Trim the outermost new growth lightly to tighten shape; use secateurs for individual branches rather than hedge shears to preserve a natural look.