Pruning guide
How to prune flame nasturtium
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Pruning flame nasturtium — FAQ
When should I prune flame nasturtium?
Early spring before new growth emerges; light tidy in summer. In early spring, cut stems back to strong buds near the base, removing all dead or frost-damaged wood. During summer, shorten excessively long stems by one-third to maintain shape and encourage side shoots with more blooms.
How often does flame nasturtium need pruning?
Annually in spring; light trim as needed in summer. Flame nasturtium is a vigorous perennial climber (treated as annual in cold climates) that can become untidy. Prune in early spring to remove dead or weak stems and reduce overall size. Light tidying during summer keeps it manageable. It flowers on new growth, so hard pruning in spring encourages fresh, floriferous shoots.
How do you prune flame nasturtium?
In early spring, cut stems back to strong buds near the base, removing all dead or frost-damaged wood. During summer, shorten excessively long stems by one-third to maintain shape and encourage side shoots with more blooms.