How to prune geranium 'patricia'

Immediately after the first main flush, typically late June to July. Shear all stems to 5–10 cm (2–4 in) above ground after first flowering. Water and feed lightly after cutting to support regrowth. Tidy dead material in autumn but leave the crown intact over winter.

Annually after first flowering flush; light autumn tidy-up. Geranium 'Patricia' is a vigorous hybrid cranesbill producing masses of magenta blooms over a long season. After the main early-summer flush, cut the plant back hard — shear all stems to near ground level. This removes untidy growth, prevents self-seeding, and reliably stimulates a strong second wave of flowers and fresh foliage.

Shear all stems to 5–10 cm (2–4 in) above ground after first flowering. Water and feed lightly after cutting to support regrowth. Tidy dead material in autumn but leave the crown intact over winter.