Pruning guide
How to prune geranium x oxonianum
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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.