| I have planted Golden Privet shrubs early this spring and they have done very well. How do I trim these shrubs to keep them under control? I do know they can get quite large. |
To keep the shrub natural looking, cut back branches individually at different levels so they don't end up with a "crewcut" appearance. It's easier to prune the shrub on a regular yearly schedule, rather than waiting until the privet is too overgrown. As I said, privets are adaptable, so don't be afraid to test your pruning skills on them. |
