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Buddleja renovation

Discussion in 'Other Plants' started by MAJ, Feb 13, 2019.

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    P1040481.JPG P1040481 (2).JPG Hi there, can I cut these larger Buddleja trunks right to the base? I've lopped the front smaller section down to the usual 30cm, but was wondering if I can just start again with the trunks or are they too old and gnarly? Seem solid. They have growth coming up, so...
     
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    Yep you can MAJ :)
    Cut those old and gnarly trunks to the ground. Now is a good time.
    You will see new shoots very quickly to produce a rejuvenated bush:)
     
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      Thanks @Verdun!
       
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