How to prune geranium maculatum 'elizabeth ann'

After flowering, typically July. Trim spent flower stems to their base. Shorten the remaining foliage by around one-third to maintain a tidy mound. Remove dead leaves in autumn. Divide congested clumps every 3–4 years in spring.

Annually after flowering; divide every 3–4 years. 'Elizabeth Ann' is a dark-leaved cultivar of spotted cranesbill valued as much for its bronze-purple foliage as its pink flowers. Prune after flowering to keep the plant tidy and prevent self-seeding. A light trim by one-third is preferred over a hard cut-back to preserve the attractive foliage display through summer and autumn.

Trim spent flower stems to their base. Shorten the remaining foliage by around one-third to maintain a tidy mound. Remove dead leaves in autumn. Divide congested clumps every 3–4 years in spring.