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Originally Posted by Bonanza

Once our winter is definitely over, you can trim at any time.
I do not trim every branch at the same time.
I do what is called "selective pruning," meaning that you
cut branches at different times and at different levels.
I don't want my hibiscus to look like a hedge
that's been cut flat and straight across.

Whatever you do, never trim more than about 20% of the shrub.
Actually, that goes for just about any plant.
Otherwise you run the risk of killing it if you cut too much..

Thanks. Actually, what you suggest fits perfectly with what they need. Not everything is leggy, and I think I can get a nice roundy shape with just trimming a few leggy branches.