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Pruning guide · Climber
Brazilian jasmine: when and how to prune
Mandevilla sanderi
Brazilian jasmine is best pruned in March and September.
| Pruning months | March and September |
|---|---|
| Nesting season (15 March–15 August) | Take care in March |
| Flowering | June–October |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Brazilian jasmine: when to prune it?
In March, before new growth starts. In September, when you bring it in, you can shorten over-long stems.
Brazilian jasmine: how to prune it?
- It flowers on new shoots: in March, cut the stems back by a third to a half, just above a pair of leaves.
- Remove dead, bare and weak stems completely.
- Pinch out the tips of young plants in spring so they branch better and become bushier.
- In September, shorten over-long stems so that the plant fits indoors.
How much to cut, and how often?
- There are 2 pruning periods a year: March and September. You don’t have to prune in every one.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Pruning in March can fall in the nesting season (15 March–15 August). Check carefully for nesting birds first: disturbing an active nest is against the law.
- Prunings can go on a dead hedge or brash pile in a corner of the garden: shelter for hedgehogs, wrens and insects.
Common mistakes
- Clipping without first checking for nesting birds.
Caution: The cuts bleed a white, milky sap that can irritate the skin: wear gloves and wash your hands after pruning.
Nearby: related pruning guides
Plant profile: Brazilian jasmine · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.