5 Ways to Rejuvenate Old Lavender and Bring Back Its Lush Green Look

Why Lavender Needs Regular Pruning

You probably already know that lavender needs regular pruning. If you neglect this, the bushes will quickly lose their decorative appeal — the stems will become bare, spread apart, and all the greenery will move to the tips. Fortunately, you can fix this situation in several ways.

Method #1: Deep Planting

The idea of this method is to dig up your old lavender bush and replant it in a deeper hole so that only the green shoots remain above the surface. The woody parts should be buried underground.

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Method #2: Using Stones

Improve the appearance of the lavender bush with decorative natural stones. Place the stones around the woody parts of the bush, leaving only the green shoots visible — these you can trim regularly.

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Method #3: Bonsai Style

Remove all the small branches, leaving only the main woody stem — essentially turning your lavender into a kind of bonsai.

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Method #4: Radical Rejuvenation

Cut your lavender bush back hard, leaving only the woody stumps. Sooner or later, dormant buds will awaken, and your lavender will begin to produce fresh green shoots. This method works, but it takes more time to see the results.

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Method #5: Natural Style

In nature, lavender grows this way — over time, old shoots become thicker and woody, and greenery remains only at the tips. You can simply leave it as is and embrace an intentional, natural garden style.

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