Pruning guide
How to prune bacopa 'snowtopia'
Best time
Mid-season (midsummer) when flowering slows or stems become straggly
How often
Once or twice per season as needed
Technique
Shear the whole plant back by one-third with clean scissors or pruning snips, cutting just above a leaf node. Remove any dead or yellowing stems entirely.
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Pruning bacopa 'snowtopia' — FAQ
When should I prune bacopa 'snowtopia'?
Mid-season (midsummer) when flowering slows or stems become straggly. Shear the whole plant back by one-third with clean scissors or pruning snips, cutting just above a leaf node. Remove any dead or yellowing stems entirely.
How often does bacopa 'snowtopia' need pruning?
Once or twice per season as needed. Bacopa 'Snowtopia' benefits from regular light trimming to stay bushy and keep blooming. Cut stems back by one-third when flowering slows or plants become leggy. This is a prolific self-cleaner, but a shear mid-season restores compact form and triggers a fresh flush of white flowers within two to three weeks.
How do you prune bacopa 'snowtopia'?
Shear the whole plant back by one-third with clean scissors or pruning snips, cutting just above a leaf node. Remove any dead or yellowing stems entirely.