Pruning guide
How to prune cistus-flowered sundew
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Pruning cistus-flowered sundew — FAQ
When should I prune cistus-flowered sundew?
During the growing season (autumn to spring for this winter-grower); remove dead material as it appears. Peel away dead leaves cleanly from the base. Snip spent flower stems at soil level. Allow summer die-back to happen naturally — do not disturb the dormant tuber.
How often does cistus-flowered sundew need pruning?
As needed during the growing season. Drosera cistiflora is a tuberous sundew that naturally dies back to an underground tuber during its summer dormancy — do not prune at this stage. During the growing season, simply remove dead leaves and spent flower stalks. No shaping or cutting of active growth is needed or beneficial.
How do you prune cistus-flowered sundew?
Peel away dead leaves cleanly from the base. Snip spent flower stems at soil level. Allow summer die-back to happen naturally — do not disturb the dormant tuber.