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Pruning guide

How to prune begonia 'non-stop rose'

Best time
Deadhead throughout summer; cut back to tuber in autumn as foliage dies back
How often
Deadhead weekly in summer; cut back once annually at dormancy
Technique
Pinch off faded double blooms and the two smaller female flowers beside each bud. In autumn, let foliage yellow naturally then cut stems to within 5 cm (2 in) of the tuber before lifting and storing.

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Pruning begonia 'non-stop rose' — FAQ

When should I prune begonia 'non-stop rose'?

Deadhead throughout summer; cut back to tuber in autumn as foliage dies back. Pinch off faded double blooms and the two smaller female flowers beside each bud. In autumn, let foliage yellow naturally then cut stems to within 5 cm (2 in) of the tuber before lifting and storing.

How often does begonia 'non-stop rose' need pruning?

Deadhead weekly in summer; cut back once annually at dormancy. Begonia 'Non-Stop Rose' is a tuberous begonia that needs deadheading of spent blooms and removal of the small single female flowers flanking each double to redirect energy to the main flower. Cut stems back to a few centimetres above the tuber as foliage yellows in autumn before dormancy. Minimal structural pruning otherwise.

How do you prune begonia 'non-stop rose'?

Pinch off faded double blooms and the two smaller female flowers beside each bud. In autumn, let foliage yellow naturally then cut stems to within 5 cm (2 in) of the tuber before lifting and storing.