
How to Prune Weeping baeckea?
(Baeckea frutescens)
Weeping baeckea, also known as Weeping coast myrtle
A hardy shrub with needle-like foliage and delicate white flowers, weeping baeckea thrives with minimal care yet benefits from regular pruning. Key techniques include thinning out crowded branches to improve airflow and cutting back leggy stems to maintain shape. Ideally, prune in winter during dormancy to optimize health and spring growth. Pruning encourages dense growth, prevents disease, and prolongs weeping baeckea's lifespan, enhancing its ornamental appeal in gardens and landscapes.