Pruning guide
How to prune maltese cross
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Pruning maltese cross — FAQ
When should I prune maltese cross?
Deadhead throughout summer; cut back to ground in late autumn. Snip individual spent flower heads with clean scissors or shears to encourage further blooms. In autumn, cut all stems to just above soil level once foliage has yellowed and died back.
How often does maltese cross need pruning?
Deadhead regularly during flowering; cut back once annually in autumn. Maltese cross benefits from deadheading spent blooms to extend flowering and prevent excessive self-seeding. Cut stems back to ground level in late autumn after foliage dies back. Divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigour. It is a low-maintenance perennial that does not need heavy pruning.
How do you prune maltese cross?
Snip individual spent flower heads with clean scissors or shears to encourage further blooms. In autumn, cut all stems to just above soil level once foliage has yellowed and died back.