Professional Rhododendron Pruning in Victoria – Healthier Plants, More Blooms

Rhododendrons are one of the most iconic plants on the West Coast. Their vibrant blooms, evergreen foliage, and ability to thrive in Victoria’s mild, coastal climate make them a staple in both private gardens and public landscapes. But without proper pruning, rhododendrons can become leggy, overgrown, or bloom less and less each year.

At Ascent Yard Care, we specialize in the art and science of rhododendron pruning. Whether you’re a homeowner with a few mature shrubs, a strata manager maintaining an established landscape, or a property owner restoring an overgrown garden—we provide expert rhododendron pruning services that rejuvenate plants, restore shape, and promote healthy flowering.

Why Rhododendrons Need Pruning

Rhododendrons may be low-maintenance, but they aren’t no-maintenance. Pruning helps:

• Encourage fuller, more compact growth
• Increase the number of blooms each spring
• Remove deadwood and crossing branches that sap energy
• Rejuvenate overgrown or neglected plants
• Prevent fungal issues by increasing airflow

Whether it’s a light annual trim or a deep reduction for a neglected shrub, strategic pruning makes all the difference.

Our Rhododendron Pruning Services Include:

1. Selective Pruning

We remove dead, diseased, or weak wood while thinning the canopy to allow light and air to penetrate—key for flower development and plant health.

2. Shaping & Size Reduction

We restore natural form and control height or width without over-pruning. Our team respects the natural beauty and structure of the plant while making it fit the space.

3. Rejuvenation Pruning

For large, overgrown rhododendrons, we perform multi-year reductions, cutting back selectively to stimulate fresh, dense growth from within the plant.

4. Post-Bloom Maintenance

We schedule pruning around the bloom cycle—just after flowering, when the plant naturally redirects energy into new growth. This ensures maximum blooms the following year.

Why Ascent Yard Care?

Large Team. Local Knowledge. Professional Results.

At Ascent Yard Care, we prune hundreds of rhododendrons every year throughout Victoria and Vancouver Island. Our crews are trained, equipped, and supervised to ensure every cut supports the long-term health of your plants.

Residential, Strata & Commercial Experts

We maintain rhododendrons on private gardens, strata common grounds, institutional landscapes, and public-facing commercial properties. Whether you have 2 or 200, we’re ready to help.

Trained Eye for Plant Health

We know when to prune, how much to remove, and what techniques will get the best regrowth and blooming next season. Your plants are in safe hands.

Clean Work & Full Debris Removal

We always leave your property tidy. All clippings and debris are removed unless you request on-site composting.

Service Areas:

We provide rhododendron pruning throughout Greater Victoria, including:

• Victoria
• Oak Bay
• Saanich
• Esquimalt
• View Royal
• Langford
• Colwood
• Metchosin
• Highlands
• Sidney & North Saanich

When to Prune Rhododendrons in Victoria

The best time to prune rhododendrons is just after they finish blooming—usually from late spring to early summer. This timing avoids cutting off next year’s flower buds and gives the plant a full growing season to recover and thrive.

For overgrown or neglected rhododendrons, winter pruning may also be appropriate as part of a phased rejuvenation plan.

Get a Quote for Rhododendron Pruning Today

Your rhododendrons are one of the most beautiful features of your landscape—don’t let them become overgrown, weak, or underperforming. Let Ascent Yard Care prune them back to life with professional care and attention.