How to prune catharanthus roseus 'titan polka dot'

Pinch at transplanting in spring; optional trim in late summer. Pinch the main growing tip at planting to encourage side shoots and a fuller habit. For late-season trim, cut stems back by one-quarter above a leaf node with clean scissors.

Pinch once; optional once-per-season late-summer trim. Vinca 'Titan Polka Dot' is a self-cleaning upright annual — spent blooms drop without deadheading. Its large flowers and heat tolerance make it very low-maintenance. Pinch stem tips lightly at transplanting to encourage branching. A shear back by one-quarter in late summer refreshes the plant if it becomes open or leggy.

Pinch the main growing tip at planting to encourage side shoots and a fuller habit. For late-season trim, cut stems back by one-quarter above a leaf node with clean scissors.