Pruning guide
How to prune mexican hat
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Pruning mexican hat — FAQ
When should I prune mexican hat?
Deadhead throughout summer; cut back in late autumn. Remove spent flower heads by snipping the stem back to the nearest lateral bud or leaf. In late autumn, cut all stems to 10–15 cm above soil level. Divide overcrowded clumps in spring every 3–4 years to keep plants vigorous.
How often does mexican hat need pruning?
Deadhead regularly in season; annual hard cut-back in late autumn. Mexican Hat is a tough native prairie perennial with distinctive cone-shaped blooms. Deadhead spent flowers throughout summer to prolong the long blooming season and reduce self-seeding. Cut plants back to 10–15 cm in late autumn. They are drought-tolerant and generally low-maintenance once established.
How do you prune mexican hat?
Remove spent flower heads by snipping the stem back to the nearest lateral bud or leaf. In late autumn, cut all stems to 10–15 cm above soil level. Divide overcrowded clumps in spring every 3–4 years to keep plants vigorous.