The first-year task is cutting the plant back to your preferred height after it.

It is generally recommended to not use power equipment such as gas hedgers to prune camellias.

In some instances where the required pruning would be drastic, the pruning may be done towards the end of February even if the plant has not finished blooming. Severe pruning of camellias is generally.

Aug 29, For younger plants 1 to 10 years old it is best to do some shaping just after blooms have faded (spring or early winter, depending on the variety). Camellia sasanqua varieties bloom during the fall into early winter, while Camellia japonica varieties bloom in late winter through early spring. Just keep in mind that if you prune in early spring you won't remove the next year’s flower buds!

Jun 20, Best Time for Camellia Pruning. The best time to prune a camellia plant is right after it has stopped blooming, which will most likely be in May or June depending on the variety. Pruning the plant at other times will not harm the plant, but it may remove some of the blossom buds for the next year.

After the plant blooms the second year, cut the new shoots back to the height you desire.

Pruning Camellias for Disease and Pest Control. Dec 14, You can prune a camellia at any time of year, but if your main objective is to promote more flowers next year, the best time to prune is after flowering and before new growth begins for both.

Jun 22, Camellia can make a wonderful addition to your garden, and pruning them properly will make sure they stay healthy. Prune your camellia immediately after the flowers have finished blooming in the spring so you don’t affect any new growth. Use sharp pruning shears to remove dead or overgrown foliage as close to the main branch as possible%.