Expert tips for pruning rosemary shrubs.
Pruning rosemary is a simple task that requires only a few tools and can be done once a year to keep the plant looking neat and healthy. Use clean and sharp pruning shears to remove old flowers, dead, damaged, crossing, or diseased branches, and shorten all long stems. Pruning can also help protect the plant from fungal diseases and promote growth. However, it is not recommended to cut rosemary back too hard as it may not recover. Plan ahead and take cuttings to replace older bushes.