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Pruning guide

How to prune geranium x oxonianum

Best time
Midsummer (late June to July) after the first flush; late autumn or early spring for full cutback
How often
Twice yearly
Technique
Shear all stems to 5–10 cm (2–4 in) from the ground after peak bloom. Water well and apply a balanced liquid feed. Expect fresh foliage within 2–3 weeks and flowers again by late summer.

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Pruning geranium x oxonianum — FAQ

When should I prune geranium x oxonianum?

Midsummer (late June to July) after the first flush; late autumn or early spring for full cutback. Shear all stems to 5–10 cm (2–4 in) from the ground after peak bloom. Water well and apply a balanced liquid feed. Expect fresh foliage within 2–3 weeks and flowers again by late summer.

How often does geranium x oxonianum need pruning?

Twice yearly. Geranium x oxonianum is one of the longest-blooming hardy geraniums and responds brilliantly to the Chelsea chop. Cut the whole plant hard back to 5–10 cm in midsummer after the first major flush — it will regenerate quickly and flower again into autumn. Tidy dead top growth in late autumn or spring.

How do you prune geranium x oxonianum?

Shear all stems to 5–10 cm (2–4 in) from the ground after peak bloom. Water well and apply a balanced liquid feed. Expect fresh foliage within 2–3 weeks and flowers again by late summer.