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How to Prune Wild rosemary?
(Andromeda polifolia)
Wild rosemary, also known as Andromeda
This evergreen shrub, known for its needle-like leaves and bell-shaped flowers, thrives with minimal pruning to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth. The best time to trim wild rosemary is late spring or early summer after flowering. Pruning should focus on removing dead or diseased branches, deadheading spent flowers, and thinning congested shoots to improve airflow. This selective approach enhances flowering and prevents disease, ensuring wild rosemary remains vibrant and structured.
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What Tools Do I Need to Prune Wild Rosemary?

Bypass Pruners
Ideal for making clean cuts on wild rosemary's young, living stems without crushing them. Due to wild rosemary's relatively small size, these pruners will offer precision.
Pruning Shears
Handheld shears are perfect for shaping wild rosemary and trimming off any dead or diseased foliage without causing damage to the delicate branches of wild rosemary.
Gardening Gloves
To protect hands from the foliage of wild rosemary which can be slightly tough, gloves are essential for the gardener's safety and comfort while pruning wild rosemary.

How to Prune Wild Rosemary

Clean Disinfect
Before starting, clean and disinfect all pruning tools to prevent the spread of diseases to wild rosemary.
Remove Diseased
Carefully inspect wild rosemary and first remove any diseased leaves and branches by making clean cuts at the base of the affected area to prevent infection spread.
Remove Dead
Cut off all dead branches and withered leaves from wild rosemary, ensuring cuts are made close to the main stem to promote healing and prevent decay.
Shape
Trim withered flowers and excessive growth branches from wild rosemary to maintain the desired shape and encourage healthy new growth. Avoid over-pruning which can stress wild rosemary.
Thin Out
Thin out the center of wild rosemary if necessary by selectively removing some of the branches. This increases air circulation and light penetration, which can reduce the risk of diseases.
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Common Pruning Mistakes with Wild Rosemary

Over-pruning
Removing too much foliage at once can stress wild rosemary and stifle its growth, as it relies on its leaves for photosynthesis.
Using dull tools
Dull pruning shears can create jagged cuts that are more susceptible to disease and may damage the delicate stems of wild rosemary.
Improper cut location
Cutting too far away from a bud or node, or leaving a stub, can prevent wild rosemary from healing properly and encourage disease.
Neglecting sanitation
Failing to clean tools before and after pruning wild rosemary can spread pathogens, potentially infecting the plant with diseases.
Pruning healthy growth
Pruning away healthy stems and foliage without reason can reduce wild rosemary's vigour and future flowering potential.
Uneven pruning
Pruning wild rosemary unevenly can lead to an unbalanced shape and adversely affect its appearance and health.

Common Pruning Tips for Wild Rosemary

Sharp clean tools
Use sharp, clean pruning shears to make clean cuts that wild rosemary can heal from quickly, reducing the risk of disease.
Prune to healthy bud
When shortening branches, make cuts at a 45-degree angle about 1/4 inch above an outward-facing bud to encourage wild rosemary to grow in a desirable shape.
Thin out old wood
Selectively remove some of the older, non-productive stems at the base to rejuvenate wild rosemary and encourage new growth, which can lead to more flowers.
Shape carefully
Trim wild rosemary to maintain its natural shape, slightly rounding over the top, but avoid over-manicuring, which can lead to a less natural appearance.
Remove dead diseased
Cut away dead or diseased wood as soon as it's spotted, to prevent the spread of disease and to preserve the overall health of wild rosemary.
Pruning after flowering
Since timing information is excluded, focus on the fact that pruning should coincide with the wild rosemary's natural growth and dormant cycles for best results.
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