Lavender will grow ‘bigger and better blooms’ if you follow gardener’s 1 critical task

is essential to maintain the health of the as well as enhancing blooming in the following season. expert and British Green Thumb’s content editor Sarah Johnson, has shared the “correct” way to prune lavender. Before getting down to the actual pruning, it’s crucial to pinpoint when lavender requires a trim.

Sarah claimed: “The best time to prune lavender is late summer, just after the plant has bloomed and the begin to fade, typically around late August to early September.” She elaborated that this timing is key for prepping the plant for the colder months and “encourages robust growth” come spring and “bigger and better blooms” come summer. 

Additionally, gentle pruning in early spring can help shape the lavender and clear away any winter damage.

According to Sarah, the “correct method” of pruning lavender involves “several key steps” to maintain the plant’s health and vitality.

Commence with the proper tools, which are clean and sharp. For lavender, bypass secateurs are the go-to.

Once you’ve got your clean and sharp secateurs prepared, you’ll want to prune the plant bit by bit.

Sarah advised: “Cut back about one-third of the overall height of the lavender plant. 

“Avoid cutting into the woody base of the plant as this part does not readily sprout new growth.”

Shaping the lavender into a dome is recommended as it allows water to run away from the plant’s crown, potentially preventing rot in wet climates.

Garden enthusiasts should also snip faded flower stalks back to the first set of leaves where the weather allows to “tidy up the plant and encourage additional blooming.”

Thinning the plant out is crucial, too. By clearing away any dead or frail stems, you can boost airflow around the plant.

Sarah suggested that adhering to these techniques will “maintain the health of lavender, promote lush growth, and enhance blooming in the following season”.