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Sweet Pea Bushes

22 years ago

I have two sweet pea bushes that are getting just huge.

Does anyone know if I can prune this back pretty far?

I'm thinking in the fall (November-ish).

They are blooming year round. More prolific in the spring & early fall. I hate to damage them.

How far back can I prune them and when is the best time?

Anyone know?

Thanks!

Brenda

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Comments (3)

glen3a
22 years ago
Sorry Brenda, I guess everyone has never heard of this type of bush, or it goes by another name. Do you by chance know the botanical name?
gardenforfun
21 years ago
I have the same issue/question that brensgarden has. The botanical name is polygala dalmaisiana. It is known as a sweet pea shrub
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judy2
20 years ago
I Googled the Latin name of the plant and after going through much info, I came to the conclusion that it needs be pruned to cut back on legginess and to encourage fuller growth. The pruning is done in early spring.

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