How to prune nymphaea 'james brydon'

Throughout the growing season; spring for division. Cut dying leaves and spent flowers cleanly at the stem base with scissors, removing the material from the pond promptly. When dividing, cut the rhizome into healthy sections each with at least one growing point.

As needed during the season; division every 3–5 years. 'James Brydon' is a compact, free-flowering hardy water lily. Its double crimson blooms are produced prolifically with little intervention. Simply remove fading pads and spent flowers by cutting at the stem base to keep the pond tidy and the plant healthy. Lift and divide in spring when the basket becomes congested.

Cut dying leaves and spent flowers cleanly at the stem base with scissors, removing the material from the pond promptly. When dividing, cut the rhizome into healthy sections each with at least one growing point.