silk vine · Pruning

silk vine · Periploca graeca
Also known as: climbing dog's bane; milk vine; Syrian silk vine; Virginian silk

Cold spells may cause die back. Enjoys fertile, well-drained soil and sun. Provide support for twining habit

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunThe sap and fruit are poisonous. Wear gloves and other protective equipment and wash hands after handling

How to Prune silk vine?

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. For last-year flowering growth, prune after flowering; for current-year flowering growth, prune in late winter or spring. This guidance is for established plants.