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Prune out the oldest stems of forsythia

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April 2026

Remove a few of the oldest branches from forsythia, cutting them close to ground level, while giving the flowered stems a trim back to strong buds.

Prune out the oldest stems of forsythia

This will improve air circulation through the plant and keep it looking fresh, bushy and vigorous.

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