Pruning guide
How to prune frohnleiten epimedium
Best time
Late winter to early spring, before new growth appears (February–March)
How often
Once a year
Technique
Use garden shears to cut all foliage to just above soil level. Clear removed material away promptly. No deadheading or summer pruning is required.
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Pruning frohnleiten epimedium — FAQ
When should I prune frohnleiten epimedium?
Late winter to early spring, before new growth appears (February–March). Use garden shears to cut all foliage to just above soil level. Clear removed material away promptly. No deadheading or summer pruning is required.
How often does frohnleiten epimedium need pruning?
Once a year. Frohnleiten Epimedium is a vigorous, semi-evergreen groundcover that needs one annual cutback in late winter. Shear old foliage to the ground before the yellow flowers and fresh leaves emerge. This is especially important for this fast-spreading cultivar, as old leaves can mat down and suppress new growth and blooms.
How do you prune frohnleiten epimedium?
Use garden shears to cut all foliage to just above soil level. Clear removed material away promptly. No deadheading or summer pruning is required.