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Can I prune Wisteria in October or wait for winter?

#1 · 6th October 2023, 4:57 pm

Hi Lee, we've just moved into a house with a huge wisteria which I know hasn't been pruned since the last owner died several years ago.

As it's now October I'm not sure whether to prune it back to 6 buds or pretend it's winter and go for 3.

Any advice would be very welcome. And I may even apply for Garden Rescue!!!!

Thanks

#2 · 6th October 2023, 6:17 pm

Hi @lynnechapman

Many thanks that you've enjoyed my Wisteria pruning video. I must admit, specialist plant pruning is one of my favourite skills!

If I were you I'd prune back to 6 even though its a bit late. I did mine the other day. The reason for this, it stops the wisteria from looking too bald and is a bit gentler on the climber. The excess growth acts as a buffer against the wind and any really brutal squaly weather. Then late winter, back to three.

Here's my step by step wisteria guide and also both videos for assistance!