Pruning guide
How to prune annual rainbow plant
Best time
After flowering if overwintering; otherwise no pruning needed for annuals
How often
Rarely; as needed
Technique
Snip dead or yellowing stems at the base. For plants kept as perennials, trim leggy stems back by one-third after the main flowering flush.
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Pruning annual rainbow plant — FAQ
When should I prune annual rainbow plant?
After flowering if overwintering; otherwise no pruning needed for annuals. Snip dead or yellowing stems at the base. For plants kept as perennials, trim leggy stems back by one-third after the main flowering flush.
How often does annual rainbow plant need pruning?
Rarely; as needed. Byblis liniflora is an annual and completes its lifecycle in one growing season, so pruning is not a meaningful care step. Remove dead or yellowing growth as it appears. If growing as a short-lived perennial in warm climates, trim back leggy stems lightly after flowering to encourage new growth, but most growers simply resow annually.
How do you prune annual rainbow plant?
Snip dead or yellowing stems at the base. For plants kept as perennials, trim leggy stems back by one-third after the main flowering flush.