Do not root-prune unless you top-prune as well. % of people told us that this article helped them. If you’re pruning to control your monstera’s size, you can safely cut the plant down to size. Begin by removing one-third of the large, old stems at ground level in late winter/early spring (March or early April). ; Cut back any side shoots emerging from these stems, back to about 3-4 inches (8 to 10 cm) out from the main stems. Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 43,555 times. ", https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?PID=291, https://www.bbg.org/gardening/article/pruning_plants_that_ascend, https://www.greenseasons.us/blog/how-to-prune-jasmine-growing-on-a-fence, http://www.guide-to-houseplants.com/jasmine-plant.html, https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/jasmine/non-flowering-jasmine.htm, https://gardenerdy.com/jasmine-plant-care, https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/profile?pid=463, http://www.gardenloversclub.com/ornamental/flowers/jasmine/growing-jasmine-plants/, https://www.sundaygardener.co.uk/winter_flowering_jasmine.html, consider supporting our work with a contribution to wikiHow. It is quite durable and if anything, you may not have as many blooms but I really don't even think that will be a problem for you. Prune vines that bloom early right after their flowers fade. One method is to prune them back over a 3-year period. Where isn't important, other than it butchers the shape of the shrub. Please help us continue to provide you with our trusted how-to guides and videos for free by whitelisting wikiHow on your ad blocker. Make sure the plant is 12 to 18 inches (30 to 46 cm) away from the wall or any solid structure, so it has enough room to develop a complete root system. If the vines are tangled, cut away the smaller branches to reveal the main vine. Nothing dire will happen to the buddleia if you do not prune, but flowers may well be less showy than those on an unpruned specimen. Leading gardening charity in the U.K. providing resources for identifying, growing and caring for flowers and other plants The rule of thumb is that if the bush blooms in fall or in late summer, you should prune it in early spring before new growth emerges. Leave the vines trained around the bamboo canes when you move your jasmine outdoors. When you’re ready to actually prune your monstera, remember that pruning encourages growth, so make your cuts wisely. Only tackle one side at a time, ideally with a one- or two-year break between prunings, then feed and water the hedge well afterwards. In that situation, you’ll find the scent builds up beautifully, as it’s not wafted away on the wind. Yes, you can propagate jasmine by replanting 6" (15 cm) cuttings in the soil after removing the lowest leaves. At the same time, cut back the plant's foliage until it is about 1/3 its original size. Shortened vines will grow back within 1 or 2 seasons. This article was co-authored by Lauren Kurtz. Get involved. Once cut back this way, your jasmine may not flower again for 2 or 3 years. Jasmine can handle heavy pruning, so cutting back to this height shouldn't impact the plant's flowering next season. Just know it will grow back and you’ll need to do it again at some point! Flowering shrubs are trickier because trimming them at the incorrect time can mean a loss of next year's flowers. Thank you! Typically, you would want to prune the Jasmine before the new growth began to shoot, there fore cutting back on the old stems. This will keep the vine looking neat and prevent the spread of disease. Discover jasmine. Remove tangled stems and old stems that no longer produce flowers. Try not pruning shrubs into meatballs at all. The plant is not particularly impressive when not in bloom, but is an evergreen in most climates with thick glossy green leaves. She earned a BA in Environmental and Sustainability Studies from Western Michigan University in 2014. Prune Night Blooming Jasmine. Leading gardening charity in the U.K. providing resources for identifying, growing and caring for flowers and other plants, {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/1\/15\/Prune-Jasmine-Step-1.jpg\/v4-460px-Prune-Jasmine-Step-1.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/1\/15\/Prune-Jasmine-Step-1.jpg\/aid10084311-v4-728px-Prune-Jasmine-Step-1.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":"728","bigHeight":"546","licensing":"