Pruning guide
How to prune kniphofia 'little maid'
Best time
Deadhead after each spike fades (late summer–early autumn); tidy in spring
How often
As needed (deadheading); once annually (spring tidy)
Technique
Snap or cut finished spikes at the base. In spring, trim brown leaf tips with scissors or fingers — leave the green basal rosette untouched.
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Pruning kniphofia 'little maid' — FAQ
When should I prune kniphofia 'little maid'?
Deadhead after each spike fades (late summer–early autumn); tidy in spring. Snap or cut finished spikes at the base. In spring, trim brown leaf tips with scissors or fingers — leave the green basal rosette untouched.
How often does kniphofia 'little maid' need pruning?
As needed (deadheading); once annually (spring tidy). This compact, creamy-white dwarf poker needs only light tidying. Remove spent flower spikes at the base as they fade through late summer. In spring, clear dead or tatty leaf tips from the previous season. Avoid hard pruning — 'Little Maid' is semi-evergreen and the foliage protects the crown in winter.
How do you prune kniphofia 'little maid'?
Snap or cut finished spikes at the base. In spring, trim brown leaf tips with scissors or fingers — leave the green basal rosette untouched.