How to trim holly to look good

When is the right time to prune holly?

Holly can be pruned in summer and autumn, when it grows more vigorously and the wounds can recover quickly after pruning.

Holly Pruning Tips

After pruning the holly into the ideal shape, if you do not prune new branches regularly, the already created holly shape will be easily destroyed.

Pruning branches and leaves: Heavy pruning is often used in holly seedling cultivation, leaving a few buds at the base, and only 1-2 buds develop into strong branches. During the growth period, pinching can be used to adjust the growth momentum of each branch.

Pruning for flowering: Generally, prune the thin, bent branches, dead branches, and old branches with weaker growth ability of holly, and only retain the flower buds. Apply more phosphorus and potassium fertilizers and it will be able to bloom.

Precautions for pruning holly

When pruning holly, the scissors used must be sharp and sterilized. After pruning, they must also be disinfected with carbendazim to avoid infection.

When pruning, also pay attention to pruning some side branches to increase the light transmittance and air permeability of the holly, which can prevent the reproduction of pests.