How to prune flame violet

As needed throughout the growing season. Pinch spent blooms and yellow leaves at the base. Shorten any runners that trail beyond the desired spread by pinching or cutting back to a healthy leaf joint. No hard cutting required.

As needed; light tidying every few weeks during active growth. Flame violet is a low-growing trailing houseplant that needs minimal pruning. Pinch off spent flowers and any yellowing leaves as they appear. If runners become overly long or untidy, trim them back to keep the plant compact and encourage new growth from the centre. There is no structural pruning needed.

Pinch spent blooms and yellow leaves at the base. Shorten any runners that trail beyond the desired spread by pinching or cutting back to a healthy leaf joint. No hard cutting required.