What are the best tips for pruning Hebe?

Hebe is a genus of persistent shrubs that does not require great care. Most shrubs can do with light pruning and regular dead heads, but only when they become terrible, disordered, or have been exposed to extreme weather conditions such as snow and ice, need more dramatic care. Pruning Hebe is a matter of limiting damaged or dry stems up to the appearance of new growth.

Pruning Hebe should always start with the dead heads of old flowers, as this extends the flowering period and also supports new growth later in the year. Then all stems of damaged dry or weather should be reduced, but only until there are signs of new shoots, as these will form the basis of the new branches. Regular pruning of light reduces the risk that the plant later overgrown and unmanageable. Some Hebe may become woody under the fresh greatest growth, so even if they may look good for a while, the problem will soon become APPARent.

There are different types of Hebe and pruning depends on whether the plant is from a variety of smaller deciduous or larger leaf. Tricolor Hebe is not as resistant as other types and usually requires quite serious pruning, especially in a hard winter. The smaller leaf varieties usually need only light lining to maintain the arranged shape, but the larger sheet Hebe needs additional attention.

Some Hebes are grown mainly for their leaves, and these plants usually not only survive, but flourish with regular pruning, especially if neglected. Pruning Hebe Flower -grown should normally be performed if a dead, patient or damaged growth occurs. Light lining may also have an effect on supporting the growth of shrubs, so it will improve the appearance of the plant if it is done regularly.

the best time of pruning Hebe is at the end of winter, but just before the new spring growth. Regular pruning prevents hebe to become leggings with exposed branches of the lower parts and upper heavy leaves. Hard cutting back to Hebe that has not been regularly trimmed can be enough to kill the plant. Any hard pruning should be done in the stages as the plant grows, and every time it is a good idea to cut off only a third, wait for new growth and then repeat the process.

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