Pruning guide
How to prune winter marjoram
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Pruning winter marjoram — FAQ
When should I prune winter marjoram?
After flowering in late summer; tip harvests freely from spring through autumn. Trim back the top third of soft stems after flowering using clean scissors, shaping the plant into a tidy mound. Harvest tips regularly throughout the season — this is effectively continuous light pruning that keeps the plant bushy.
How often does winter marjoram need pruning?
Once annually after flowering, with regular tip harvests during the growing season. Winter marjoram (Origanum heracleoticum) is a compact culinary herb that benefits from light trimming after flowering to prevent woodiness and encourage fresh growth. Cut back the soft stems by about one-third once flowers fade. Regular tip harvests during the growing season are the best way to keep it productive and well-branched.
How do you prune winter marjoram?
Trim back the top third of soft stems after flowering using clean scissors, shaping the plant into a tidy mound. Harvest tips regularly throughout the season — this is effectively continuous light pruning that keeps the plant bushy.