Jack Miller

In spring, how far you cut back lavender depends on whether you’re pruning for shape, health, or size control.   Generally, you should cut lavender back by about one-third of its total height in spring, never into the old woody stems.   If you’re wondering how far to cut back lavender in the spring, the … Read more

You can cut lavender back in the fall by about one-third of its total height, but never cut into the woody part of the plant.   That’s the short answer, and honestly, it’s the most important rule to remember if you want your lavender to survive the winter and come back strong next spring.   … Read more

You can cut lavender back quite far, and in fact, cutting it back hard is often the best way to keep the plant healthy and full of blooms.   How far back you can cut lavender depends on the variety, the age of the plant, and the time of year, but the general rule is … Read more

How far back do you cut lavender in the spring comes down to one simple rule: cut back about two-thirds of the plant’s height, or roughly 6 to 8 inches above the ground.   This might sound like a lot, but lavender actually loves a hard spring trim.   If you’ve ever wondered how far … Read more

You can prune lavender quite far back, often by as much as two-thirds of the plant’s current growth, as long as you time it right and avoid cutting into the old, woody base.   That last part is the catch, though.   If you’ve ever stared at a leggy lavender plant and wondered just how … Read more