Pruning guide
How to prune fly bush
Best time
Early spring, after any flowering period
How often
Annually or as needed to remove dead wood
Technique
Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning snips to remove dead branches at the base and trim leggy stems back by up to one-third to a node or side-shoot. Sterilise blades before use.
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Pruning fly bush — FAQ
When should I prune fly bush?
Early spring, after any flowering period. Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning snips to remove dead branches at the base and trim leggy stems back by up to one-third to a node or side-shoot. Sterilise blades before use.
How often does fly bush need pruning?
Annually or as needed to remove dead wood. Roridula gorgonias is a woody South African carnivorous shrub that can reach 1 m indoors. Light pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact shape. Remove dead or damaged branches in spring. Avoid heavy cutting — it is slow-growing and does not regenerate vigorously from old wood.
How do you prune fly bush?
Use clean, sharp scissors or pruning snips to remove dead branches at the base and trim leggy stems back by up to one-third to a node or side-shoot. Sterilise blades before use.