How to prune hosta 'patriot'

Autumn after frost for cutting back; spring cleanup before new shoots emerge. Cut the entire clump of dead foliage to soil level with secateurs or scissors. Deadhead flower scapes by cutting them to the base after blooms fade.

Once annually at dormancy; optional deadheading. Hosta 'Patriot' is a hands-off plant. It dies back to the ground in autumn, so simply cut or rake away the spent foliage after frost. In spring, remove any mulched debris before the tightly furled shoots emerge. Deadhead flower scapes after blooming if preferred. No additional pruning is needed.

Cut the entire clump of dead foliage to soil level with secateurs or scissors. Deadhead flower scapes by cutting them to the base after blooms fade.