How to prune nasturtium 'empress of india'

Deadhead throughout summer; light trim if straggly in midsummer. Snap or snip spent flowers at the stem base to prolong blooming. For leggy stems, cut back to a healthy leaf node; the compact habit of 'Empress of India' rarely requires significant cutting.

Deadhead as needed; occasional light trim through summer. Nasturtium 'Empress of India' is a compact, bushy annual that needs very little pruning. Deadheading spent flowers extends bloom and prevents excessive self-seeding. If plants become straggly in summer heat, trim lightly to a healthy leaf node to refresh growth. Leaves and flowers are edible — harvest young for the best flavour.

Snap or snip spent flowers at the stem base to prolong blooming. For leggy stems, cut back to a healthy leaf node; the compact habit of 'Empress of India' rarely requires significant cutting.