Pruning guide
How to prune leucanthemum × superbum 'becky'
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Pruning leucanthemum × superbum 'becky' — FAQ
When should I prune leucanthemum × superbum 'becky'?
Deadhead throughout summer; cut back fully in late autumn or early spring. Deadhead by cutting spent stems to a side shoot or leaf. At season's end, cut all stems down to the low basal rosette of leaves. Lift and divide congested clumps in early spring, discarding the woody centre and replanting healthy outer sections.
How often does leucanthemum × superbum 'becky' need pruning?
Deadhead repeatedly through summer; full cutback annually; divide every 2–3 years. Leucanthemum × superbum 'Becky' (Shasta daisy) benefits from deadheading to extend flowering through summer into early autumn. Cut spent stems back to a lateral bud or basal leaf. In late autumn, cut the whole plant back to the basal rosette. Dividing every 2–3 years in spring keeps it vigorous and prevents the centre dying out.
How do you prune leucanthemum × superbum 'becky'?
Deadhead by cutting spent stems to a side shoot or leaf. At season's end, cut all stems down to the low basal rosette of leaves. Lift and divide congested clumps in early spring, discarding the woody centre and replanting healthy outer sections.