Pruning guide
How to prune begonia sutherlandii
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Pruning begonia sutherlandii — FAQ
When should I prune begonia sutherlandii?
Tip-pinch in spring; deadhead through summer; cut back to tuber in autumn. Pinch stem tips to 2–3 nodes in early spring as new growth emerges. Remove spent flowers at the stem base during summer. In autumn, once leaves yellow, cut all stems to the base and store tubers dry and frost-free.
How often does begonia sutherlandii need pruning?
Deadhead weekly in season; annual autumn cut-back; tip-pinch once in spring. Begonia sutherlandii is a tuberous trailing species that dies back to dormancy in winter. Cut all top growth down to the tuber in autumn when stems begin to die back. In spring, tip-pinch emerging stems once to encourage bushiness. Deadhead spent flowers during the season to prolong blooming.
How do you prune begonia sutherlandii?
Pinch stem tips to 2–3 nodes in early spring as new growth emerges. Remove spent flowers at the stem base during summer. In autumn, once leaves yellow, cut all stems to the base and store tubers dry and frost-free.