How to Prune Chinese abelia?
Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.

Chinese abelia · Abelia chinensis
Very easy to grow in reasonable conditions although not fully hardy; requires a sheltered, sunny position
Usually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.