With my new home in North Wales I have acquired an escallonia, of the apple blossom variety. It is a beautiful bush and is still in bloom, having started to blossom around 5 weeks ago.
Last year I cut it back as it was quite tall, broad, and unruly! As I didn't know how to do this, I just cut it back to a nice round shape. It stands on its own in the middle of my garden and is a haven for many species of garden birds.
I read somewhere that it should be pruned to a "pyramid" shape. Is this necessary as I am not certain that my non-artistic character could cope? Am I right in assuming that I should wait until all the flowers are finished? I just want to keep it neat and tidy, enjoy it, and keep it as a haven for the birds!
Thank you
Nora