Pruning guide
How to prune coral bells
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Pruning coral bells — FAQ
When should I prune coral bells?
Early spring before new growth emerges. Gently remove dead and tatty leaves by hand or with scissors. Cut old flower stalks to the base. If the crown has lifted above soil level over winter, replant it slightly deeper or mound compost around the base rather than pruning.
How often does coral bells need pruning?
Annual tidy in spring; re-firm crowns as needed every 2–3 years. Coral bells are semi-evergreen perennials that need modest annual tidying rather than hard pruning. In early spring, remove any dead or winter-damaged leaves and cut back old flower stems. Every 2–3 years, the crown heaves out of the soil — replant or top-dress rather than cutting back hard.
How do you prune coral bells?
Gently remove dead and tatty leaves by hand or with scissors. Cut old flower stalks to the base. If the crown has lifted above soil level over winter, replant it slightly deeper or mound compost around the base rather than pruning.