Oklahoma State University Extension recommends pruning scale-leaf coniferous evergreens such as 'Gold Mop' cypress in spring before the new growth emerges to remove damaged growth. To control its size, you can prune in late summer after the current season's growth has matured.
When should I prune my golden mop false cypress?
The Best Time. The gold thread cypress is called a scale-leaf evergreen because its foliage consists of flattened, threadlike needles that wrap around the thin branches like delicate scales. It's best to prune this shrub early in spring, just before new growth appears.
How do you prune golden thread cypress?
Golden Mop Cypress Pruning
- Pruning can be done in early spring. as it was suggested so that the shrub can remover from pruning spots faster.
- To Prune it you just need good cutting tool. ...
- If you have large shrub. ...
- Don't over prune your shrub. ...
- You can cut the branches that are connected to strong branches.
