By cutting the Japanese spindle bush regularly, you will achieve an even and dense growth. This is highly recommended, especially when planting a hedge as a privacy screen. However, you should pay attention to the applicable legal provisions.

Even beginners can dare to cut back the Japanese spindle bush

What is the correct way to prune the Japanese spindle tree?

The Japanese spindle shrub is relatively easy to prune, even for beginners, because it doesn't take offense to mistakes. However, keep in mind that all parts of the spindle tree are poisonous. First, cut off all injured and diseased branches. Then cut back one of each crossing branch to avoid chafing. They are entry points for germs.

All other cutting measures are purely optical in nature. You decide according to your preference which shape you want to give your Japanese spindle bush. Be sure to use sharp tools to avoid crushing the branches. Prune in the spring to prevent the spindle bush from being too bare in winter.

Hedge trimming of the Japanese spindle tree

A trapezoidal cut makes sense for hedges, as it prevents the bushes from becoming bare. The hedge is then about 10 - 20 cm narrower at the top than at its base. Of course, you can also opt for a less strict form. Only small corrective cuts may be made during the summer months. The main topiary takes place in spring and autumn.

cut cuttings

Perhaps you would like to propagate your spindle bushes. You can take cuttings at practically any time, ideally during topiary or in midsummer. Find some already woody shoots and shorten them to a length of about 15 - 20 cm. Remove the lower leaves before planting the cuttings in potting soil.

The most important cutting tips:

  • only use really sharp tools
  • Avoid crushing the branches
  • remove diseased and injured branches
  • avoid crossing branches
  • Cut cuttings at the same time when topiary
  • only make slight corrective cuts on the hedge in summer
  • Pay attention to legal regulations when trimming hedges

tips

Regular pruning encourages your Japanese spindle to grow particularly densely.

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