Mastering Camellia Pruning Techniques
Pruning camellias in spring helps promote healthy growth, shape the shrub, and prevent diseases. Use sharpened tools to make clean cuts, removing weak, overgrown, or dead branches. Pruning redirects energy and nutrients to areas that need them, resulting in more blossoms or new branches. It also allows sunlight and airflow to reach the inner parts, preventing mold and diseases. However, excessive pruning can stunt growth and weaken the plant.