Q&A - Should I prune my camellia?
Question:
My camellia is about five feet tall, and the lower branches are thick, dense, and long. Should I prune my camellia back or just leave it alone?
Answer:
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to needing to prune camellias. You should prune for the shape you want. The only rule is don’t prune a camellia before it blooms. It is an early bloomer and so should be pruned after it blooms.
Related Resources:
Camellia
Pruning Shrubs
Camellias at a Glance
My camellia is about five feet tall, and the lower branches are thick, dense, and long. Should I prune my camellia back or just leave it alone?
Answer:
There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to needing to prune camellias. You should prune for the shape you want. The only rule is don’t prune a camellia before it blooms. It is an early bloomer and so should be pruned after it blooms.
Related Resources:
Camellia
Pruning Shrubs
Camellias at a Glance