How to prune meadow blazing star

Late winter to early spring before new growth; deadhead after flowering if desired. Cut spent flower spikes back to basal foliage after bloom if tidiness is preferred, or leave for wildlife. In late winter, cut all stems to within a few inches of the ground to make way for fresh growth.

Annually (late-winter cutback); deadheading optional after each bloom cycle. Meadow Blazing Star benefits from deadheading spent flower spikes to tidy the plant, though the seed heads attract goldfinches so many gardeners leave them through winter. Cut stems back to the ground in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges from the corm. Pruning needs are minimal overall.

Cut spent flower spikes back to basal foliage after bloom if tidiness is preferred, or leave for wildlife. In late winter, cut all stems to within a few inches of the ground to make way for fresh growth.