Pruning guide
How to prune nymphoides peltata
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Pruning nymphoides peltata — FAQ
When should I prune nymphoides peltata?
Ongoing through summer; cut back dead growth in autumn. Remove dead or yellow pads and spent flower stems by cutting at the base. Control spread by lifting sections of runner from the mud and removing them entirely. Divide and thin rhizomes every 2–3 years to keep growth in check.
How often does nymphoides peltata need pruning?
Monthly during growing season; full cutback once in autumn. Fringed water lily benefits from regular removal of dead or yellowing leaves and spent flowers throughout the season. It spreads vigorously by stolons and can become invasive; thin crowded growth by removing sections of stolon from the pond. Cut back dead foliage in autumn to keep the pond clean over winter.
How do you prune nymphoides peltata?
Remove dead or yellow pads and spent flower stems by cutting at the base. Control spread by lifting sections of runner from the mud and removing them entirely. Divide and thin rhizomes every 2–3 years to keep growth in check.