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Deutzia

Emer2Emer2 Posts: 1
in Problem solving

My Deutzia is about 14foot high with all branches at the top how can I bring it down ........ many thanks.

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  • BobTheGardenerBobTheGardener Posts: 11,384

    I cut one in three (the oldest first) of the branches right down to the ground each spring which encourages new shoots from the base.  After 3 years you will have a completely rejuvenated bush and continuing that way will keep it in check without ever losing all of the flowers. image

    A trowel in the hand is worth a thousand lost under a bush.
  • BobTheGardenerBobTheGardener Posts: 11,384

    Oops, I meant to say I cut 1 in 3 down after flowering, not in spring! image

    A trowel in the hand is worth a thousand lost under a bush.
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