The robust and easy-care creep spindle doesn't take offense to anything, not even a wrong pruning or an unfavorable time for this measure. You can limit the growth of your creep spindle or trim it to shape (almost) at will.

A professional pruning promotes dense growth

Should I prune my creep spindle regularly?

Regular pruning isn't strictly necessary with the creep spindle, but it will bring you some benefits. On the one hand, it promotes dense growth. It is also possible to prune the spindle bush twice a year. The same applies if you want to give it a special shape, for example when you plant it as a hedge. On the other hand, you keep the otherwise sprawling plant under control.

What should I consider when cutting my creep spindle?

In principle, you can cut back your creeping spindle at any frost-free time. However, a cut in spring or autumn is best tolerated. To minimize the transmission of diseases, you should always work with clean tools.

In addition, your secateurs should be well sharpened so that you do not crush the branches to be cut, but actually cut them. Bruised shoots are also entry points for germs and/or pests.

When pruning, always start with the diseased and dry branches. Cut these off close to the base. Also pay attention to any chafing points where two shoots rub against each other and remove one of them. You then shape your creep spindle into the desired shape.

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Can I also take cuttings from my creeping spindle?

With the creeping spindle, propagation by cuttings is very possible. It is best to use shoots that are already woody. Cut these off about 15 to 20 centimeters long. Remove the lower leaves and stick the sticks into the ground. No special preparation is necessary for this. Alternatively, cultivation in pots with special cultivation soil is also possible.

The essentials in brief:

  • very cut compatible
  • Pruning possible almost all year round
  • ideal time for pruning: spring or autumn
  • always use clean and sharp tools
  • Cuttings are best cut in midsummer
  • cut woody shoots as cuttings

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If you would like to use the clippings for propagation, then cutting back in midsummer is quite possible.

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