When trimming a butterfly bush, try cutting back the lateral branches to help train the shrub to grow into a desired shape or keep it within a specific area. This will also help with filling in unsightly areas of the butterfly bush. Remember, there is no right or wrong way to pruning butterfly bushes. read more
Butterfly Bush Pruning. Pruning butterfly bushes is easy. These shrubs are extremely hardy and adaptable. Unlike most pruning guidelines, there is no surefire technique on how to prune a butterfly bush. However, as with most shrubs and trees, it is always a good idea to remove any broken, dead, or diseased limbs by cutting them at the point of origin. read more
How to Prune a Butterfly Bush. Two Parts: Pruning Your Butterfly Bush Promoting Bloom Growth Community Q&A. As the name might suggest, butterflies absolutely love Butterfly Bush for its showy, fragrant, nectar-rich flowers--and so will you! The flowers of this tall bush make a gorgeous addition to any garden. read more
Prune the butterfly bush in preparation for winter. The butterfly bush will go dormant in winter in most planting zones. November is the best time to give the bush a final pruning in anticipation of its dormant phase. read more