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How to prune geranium x oxonianum 'a.t. johnson'

Best time
Midsummer after first flush; late autumn or early spring
How often
Twice yearly
Technique
Shear to 5–10 cm after peak bloom. Water and apply a balanced fertiliser. Fresh foliage and a second flowering wave follow within weeks. Remove all remaining stems at ground level in autumn once frosts blacken the foliage.

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Pruning geranium x oxonianum 'a.t. johnson' — FAQ

When should I prune geranium x oxonianum 'a.t. johnson'?

Midsummer after first flush; late autumn or early spring. Shear to 5–10 cm after peak bloom. Water and apply a balanced fertiliser. Fresh foliage and a second flowering wave follow within weeks. Remove all remaining stems at ground level in autumn once frosts blacken the foliage.

How often does geranium x oxonianum 'a.t. johnson' need pruning?

Twice yearly. Geranium x oxonianum 'A.T. Johnson' bears silvery-pink flowers over a long season and rewards a midsummer Chelsea chop. Cut all stems back hard to 5–10 cm after the first flush to get vigorous regrowth and a second bloom. Clear dead top growth to ground level in late autumn or early spring.

How do you prune geranium x oxonianum 'a.t. johnson'?

Shear to 5–10 cm after peak bloom. Water and apply a balanced fertiliser. Fresh foliage and a second flowering wave follow within weeks. Remove all remaining stems at ground level in autumn once frosts blacken the foliage.