The robust and easy-care creeping spindle won't cause any harm to you, including incorrect pruning or an unfavorable time for this measure. You can (almost) limit the growth of your creeping spindle or trim it into shape.
When and how should I cut my creeper spindle?
Cutting a creeping spindle is ideally carried out in spring or autumn. Regular pruning promotes dense growth and keeps the plant under control. Woody cuttings cut in midsummer are suitable for propagation.
Should I trim my creeper regularly?
Regular pruning is not absolutely necessary for the creeping spindle, but it does bring you some advantages. On the one hand, it promotes dense growth. It is also possible to prune the spindle bush twice a year. The same applies if you want to give it a special shape, for example if you plant it as a hedge. On the other hand, you keep the otherwise sprawling plant under control.
What should I consider when cutting my creeper spindle?
In principle, you can cut back your creeping spindle at any frost-free time. However, cutting in spring or autumn is best tolerated. To minimize the transmission of diseases, you should always only work with clean tools.
In addition, your pruning shears (€56.00 on Amazon) should be well sharpened so that you don't squeeze the branches to be cut, but actually cut them. Bruised shoots are also entry points for germs and/or pests.
When pruning, always start with the sick and dry branches. Cut these off close to the base. Also pay attention to any rubbing areas where two shoots rub against each other and remove one of them. Then bring your creeping spindle into the desired shape.
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Can I also cut cuttings from my creeping spindle?
With the creeping spindle, propagation through cuttings is very possible. It is best to use already woody shoots for this. Cut them about 15 to 20 centimeters long. Remove the lower leaves and stick the sticks into the ground. No special preparation is necessary for this. Alternatively, it is also possible to grow in pots with special growing soil.
The most important things in brief:
- very cut-friendly
- Pruning possible almost all year round
- ideal time for pruning: spring or autumn
- always use clean and sharp tools
- Cuttings are best cut in midsummer
- cut woody shoots as cuttings
Tip
If you would like to use the clippings for propagation, then cutting them back in midsummer is definitely possible.
