Yes, you can trim them back to about 3 inches in this shape "^".
Can I assume you mean Wisteria? If that is the case summer pruning is the proper way to control it and encourage flowering. Shorten back the shoots that grow from the main stems after flowering.
I would say summer, because in spring, the leaves are just starting to grow. In fall, the leaves change color and fall off. In winter there are no leaves. In summer the leaves have all grown back and are prospering.
Iris leaves should be trimmed back when they have brown tips. Cutting the flowering stalk to the rhizome will also discourage rot. The leaves usually don't need to be trimmed because they will carry on photosynthesis for next year's growth.
If basil has flowered, it's best to pinch off the flowers to redirect the plant's energy back into producing leaves, which are the main culinary part. Flowering can make the leaves taste more bitter, so removing the flowers helps maintain flavor. You can also consider harvesting the leaves before the plant fully bolts. Regular pruning can prevent flowering and promote bushier growth.
Yes, it is recommended to cut back foxgloves after flowering to promote new growth and prevent self-seeding.
Plants need to lose leaves in the fall because the leaves are very dry. In the winter, plants already have all their leaves lost in the fall, but they can't grow back because it is too cold. In the spring, it gets warmer so leaves can grow back. In the summer, a few leaves die because they are too hot and too dry.
If you cut back the flowering stems of lupins after the flowers have faded you will get a secondary flowering. Any other cutting back should be to the ground in Spring when growth restarts.
You can ,but why would you? The right time to prune a Forsythia is immediately after flowering.
To effectively prune a weigela plant for healthy growth and abundant flowering, start by removing dead or damaged branches. Then, prune back one-third of the oldest branches to encourage new growth. Cut back any overly long or straggly branches to promote a more compact shape. Prune after flowering in late spring or early summer to avoid cutting off next year's flower buds.
To prune a kangaroo paws plant, wait until after its flowering season, typically in late spring or early summer. Remove dead or spent flower spikes by cutting them back to the base of the stem. Trim any damaged or brown leaves to promote healthy growth. Ensure you use clean, sharp pruning shears to prevent disease transmission.
Yes, the white bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) can be trimmed or cut back to maintain its shape and promote healthy growth. It's best to prune during the growing season, typically in spring or early summer, to avoid stressing the plant. Remove dead or damaged leaves and trim back any overly long stems, but avoid excessive cutting, as this can hinder flowering. Always use clean, sharp tools to prevent disease.
You can pretty much go as low as you wish. You should leave some leaves on the plant to allow it to obtain nourishment. Typically it will grow back fairly quickly. Most place that really cut back leave at least a foot standing.