How to prune begonia 'passing storm'

Spring, or as needed year-round for dead-leaf removal. Use clean scissors or fingers to remove dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base. Pinch growing tips of any leggy stems back to a healthy leaf node to encourage bushiness.

As needed; light tidying every few weeks during active growth. Rex begonias like 'Passing Storm' need minimal pruning. Remove dead, damaged, or yellowing leaves at the base as they appear to keep the rosette tidy and improve airflow. Pinch back any leggy stems in spring to encourage a fuller, more compact shape. No heavy pruning is required or beneficial.

Use clean scissors or fingers to remove dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base. Pinch growing tips of any leggy stems back to a healthy leaf node to encourage bushiness.