Prune rose of Sharon in late winter or early spring—this avoids disease and protects summer blooms. Pruning shapes the plant, improves airflow, and can rejuvenate older bushes if cut back heavily.
Q. My Rose of Sharon is becoming quite large and seems to be producing fewer flowers each year. What can I do? A. I noticed Rose of Sharon in flower in late summer when I traveled out and about in the ...
The garden is quieter in the winter than in other seasons, but that doesn't mean it can be ignored. Plants that look dead may really be dormant, and they should still be watered, mulched, and pruned.