[header] How to prune oleander [title] Prune in late summer or early fall. [step] On the whole, oleanders are low-maintenance plants that don't need regular pruning. However, you should aim to do a major pruning of your oleander at least once a year during late summer or early fall.
[header] How to prune oleander [title] Prune in late summer or early fall. [step] On the whole, oleanders are low-maintenance plants that don't need regular pruning. However, you should aim to do a major pruning of your oleander at least once a year during late summer or early fall.
After this pruning, remove the stem and leaves (the healthy half, like rhubarb or lemon). Look into using a gardening saw and precise, precise pruning. Root rot is not normally noticed during this period. Trim any dead or diseased leaves and branches before this time so that your plant stands up with proper shape. Oleander can produce far more flowers in the spring, summer, and winter than in the season, so the pruning won't do enough during that time. [substeps] Some gardeners who require pruning between october and february when the weather is warm is best. This pruning will help you shape your plant and stimulate healthy growth. [substeps] Pruning at this time won't interfere with the blooming of the plant, because it is after the plant has already bloomed for the season.