Pruning guide
How to prune begonia 'nonstop joy white'
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Pruning begonia 'nonstop joy white' — FAQ
When should I prune begonia 'nonstop joy white'?
Throughout the flowering season for deadheading; late autumn before first frost for end-of-season cutback. Pinch or snip faded flowers at the base of the stem. For leggy shoots, cut back to a healthy leaf node. In autumn, cut all stems to 2–3 inches before lifting tubers.
How often does begonia 'nonstop joy white' need pruning?
Deadhead regularly during bloom; hard cutback once annually at season end. Tuberous begonias like 'Nonstop Joy White' benefit from deadheading spent blooms to prolong flowering. Pinch off faded flowers and any leggy stems to keep the plant compact and productive. At the end of the season, cut stems back to a few inches before lifting and storing tubers for winter.
How do you prune begonia 'nonstop joy white'?
Pinch or snip faded flowers at the base of the stem. For leggy shoots, cut back to a healthy leaf node. In autumn, cut all stems to 2–3 inches before lifting tubers.