Cutting back hard (for Bonsai?)-Arabian Lilac Vitex trifolia

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lorrkin Paphos, Cyprus May 16, 2011

I have an Arabian Lilac Vitex trifolia 'Purpurea'. I would like to know what the best time of year to prune it is?

Also, I'm learning the art of bonsai, and thought this would be a lovely plant to try it with. It has a well established trunk and I was wondering if I cut it back to the trunk (at the right time of year) would it eventually have new growth? Or would this be a cruel risk for this pretty little tree?


Sorry to anyone who is against bonsai... I can understand why (I've seen images of those who have left wire in too long etc) but don't worry I worship my plants and would never do anything that would harm them.

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themoonhowl Prairieville, LA(Zone 9a) May 17, 2011

Here is some pruning info for you

http://freshdirt.sunset.com/2010/11/the-art-of-pruning-and-arabian-lilac.html

and on using for bonsai

http://www.bonsaiforbeginners.com/puriri_bonsai.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHxACSA_cS0

http://wn.com/kanddsigns

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