How to prune othello ligularia

Deadhead after flowering in late summer; cut back to ground in late autumn. Remove spent flower stems at their base. In autumn, cut all growth to just above soil level with shears. Divide congested clumps every 3–4 years in spring.

Deadhead as needed; annual cutback in autumn. Othello Ligularia needs minimal pruning. Deadhead faded orange-yellow flower clusters to keep the plant tidy and prevent unwanted self-seeding. Cut the whole clump to ground level in late autumn once frost kills back the large, dramatic foliage. No pruning is needed during the growing season beyond removing damaged leaves.

Remove spent flower stems at their base. In autumn, cut all growth to just above soil level with shears. Divide congested clumps every 3–4 years in spring.