How to prune wintergreen boxwood

Late winter to early spring; optional light trim in early summer. Use sharp shears or hedge trimmers for outline shaping; switch to hand pruners for interior thinning. Remove any dead or crossing branches. Avoid cutting into old bare wood and never prune after mid-September in cold climates (Zones 4–6).

1–2 times per year. Wintergreen Boxwood (Winter Gem) is a compact, naturally rounded shrub that holds its shape well without heavy pruning. Shear or selectively trim in late winter before growth starts, then again lightly in early summer after the spring flush hardens. Reach inside annually to remove a few small interior branches, keeping the center open to prevent dieback.

Use sharp shears or hedge trimmers for outline shaping; switch to hand pruners for interior thinning. Remove any dead or crossing branches. Avoid cutting into old bare wood and never prune after mid-September in cold climates (Zones 4–6).