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Pruning guide

How to prune alsobia dianthiflora

Best time
After flowering, typically late spring or summer
How often
Annually after flowering; light pinching as needed
Technique
Pinch or cut stem tips and stolons back to a node with clean scissors to promote branching. Remove spent flower stalks and dead foliage. Trim trailing stems that have outgrown their space back by up to one-third.

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Pruning alsobia dianthiflora — FAQ

When should I prune alsobia dianthiflora?

After flowering, typically late spring or summer. Pinch or cut stem tips and stolons back to a node with clean scissors to promote branching. Remove spent flower stalks and dead foliage. Trim trailing stems that have outgrown their space back by up to one-third.

How often does alsobia dianthiflora need pruning?

Annually after flowering; light pinching as needed. Alsobia dianthiflora (lace-flower vine) is a trailing gesneriad that benefits from light trimming after flowering. Pinch back or cut long stolons and stem tips to encourage branching and more blooms. Remove spent flowers and any dead stems. It spreads readily and occasional shaping keeps it looking full rather than straggling.

How do you prune alsobia dianthiflora?

Pinch or cut stem tips and stolons back to a node with clean scissors to promote branching. Remove spent flower stalks and dead foliage. Trim trailing stems that have outgrown their space back by up to one-third.