Pruning guide
How to prune navelwort
Best time
After flowering, typically late summer
How often
Once annually after flowering, plus as-needed tidying
Technique
Cut spent flower stems down to the basal rosette with clean scissors. Remove individual dead or shrivelled leaves by pulling gently from the base.
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Pruning navelwort — FAQ
When should I prune navelwort?
After flowering, typically late summer. Cut spent flower stems down to the basal rosette with clean scissors. Remove individual dead or shrivelled leaves by pulling gently from the base.
How often does navelwort need pruning?
Once annually after flowering, plus as-needed tidying. Navelwort needs minimal pruning. As a succulent-leaved perennial, remove spent flower spikes after blooming and cut away any yellowed or damaged leaves at the base. In mild climates it may die back seasonally — trim dead stems to the crown. No shaping is required.
How do you prune navelwort?
Cut spent flower stems down to the basal rosette with clean scissors. Remove individual dead or shrivelled leaves by pulling gently from the base.