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How to prune impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white'

Best time
Late summer when spread becomes excessive; after frost damage to remove dead tissue
How often
Once or twice per season for containment; otherwise minimal
Technique
Trim the perimeter of spreading stems back by one-third above a leaf node to maintain the desired footprint. The plant rebounds quickly and continues flowering without deadheading.

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Pruning impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white' — FAQ

When should I prune impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white'?

Late summer when spread becomes excessive; after frost damage to remove dead tissue. Trim the perimeter of spreading stems back by one-third above a leaf node to maintain the desired footprint. The plant rebounds quickly and continues flowering without deadheading.

How often does impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white' need pruning?

Once or twice per season for containment; otherwise minimal. SunPatiens 'Spreading White' is a vigorous ground-cover type that rarely needs pruning beyond containment. If it spreads beyond its allotted space or becomes uneven, trim stems back by one-third in late summer. No deadheading is required. Remove any dead, diseased, or frost-damaged stems cleanly with sharp pruners.

How do you prune impatiens hawkeri 'sunpatiens spreading white'?

Trim the perimeter of spreading stems back by one-third above a leaf node to maintain the desired footprint. The plant rebounds quickly and continues flowering without deadheading.