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How to prune geum 'prinses juliana'

Best time
Deadhead continuously late spring through summer; hard cutback in midsummer
How often
Deadhead weekly during flowering; one hard cutback per season
Technique
Snip spent flower stems cleanly to the base. For the midsummer reset, cut all stems to just above the basal rosette, water well and apply a balanced liquid feed.

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Pruning geum 'prinses juliana' — FAQ

When should I prune geum 'prinses juliana'?

Deadhead continuously late spring through summer; hard cutback in midsummer. Snip spent flower stems cleanly to the base. For the midsummer reset, cut all stems to just above the basal rosette, water well and apply a balanced liquid feed.

How often does geum 'prinses juliana' need pruning?

Deadhead weekly during flowering; one hard cutback per season. Geum 'Prinses Juliana' produces semi-double orange flowers over a long season and responds well to regular deadheading to extend blooming. Cut spent stems back to the basal rosette. After the main flush subsides, a harder cutback of all stems encourages fresh foliage and sometimes a second flush.

How do you prune geum 'prinses juliana'?

Snip spent flower stems cleanly to the base. For the midsummer reset, cut all stems to just above the basal rosette, water well and apply a balanced liquid feed.