Pruning Dwarf Nandina

Jeff,
Could you please tell me how and when to prune dwarf nandina?
Dot S.
Batesville

Dot, Dwarf Nandina are tough plants that require little attention. That is something I really like! We like to use them in landscapes because of their winter color.

If the Dwarf Nandina plant looks good, then I would selectively thin out 1/3 to 1/2 of the canes close to the soil line. Then give them a little fertilizer in the spring and watch 'em grow. The pruned canes will produce new growth this spring and will give you a nice full plant.

Dwarf Nandina can handle rejuvenation pruning or severe pruning of all the canes. If you feel this is needed, I would prune all the canes down to the soil line late winter or early spring, and then fertilize in the spring.

Thanks for your comment!
Jeff McManus