Pruning guide
How to prune mexican tarragon
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Pruning mexican tarragon — FAQ
When should I prune mexican tarragon?
Pinch tips in spring and early summer; cut back if leggy in midsummer; deadhead after autumn flowering. Pinch out the top two leaf nodes of each stem when plants reach 15–20 cm to force branching. For overgrown mid-season plants, cut all stems back by one-half, just above a leaf node. Deadhead after the main autumn bloom by shearing lightly.
How often does mexican tarragon need pruning?
Pinch tips 2-3 times in spring/summer; one harder cut if leggy; deadhead after bloom. Mexican tarragon (Mexican mint marigold) benefits from pinching or trimming throughout the growing season to keep it bushy and prevent legginess. Pinch stem tips when plants are young to encourage branching. Cut back by one-half in midsummer if plants become leggy before the late-season flowering flush. Remove spent flowers to tidy up after bloom.
How do you prune mexican tarragon?
Pinch out the top two leaf nodes of each stem when plants reach 15–20 cm to force branching. For overgrown mid-season plants, cut all stems back by one-half, just above a leaf node. Deadhead after the main autumn bloom by shearing lightly.