How to prune pelargonium 'dolly varden'

Late summer after flowering, or early spring before new growth. Pinch out shoot tips regularly during the growing season to promote branching. Cut back stems to one-third their length using clean, sharp scissors, cutting just above a leaf node. Always remove any all-green reversions at their point of origin.

Deadhead continuously; cut back once or twice a year. Pelargonium 'Dolly Varden' benefits from regular pruning to keep its variegated foliage bushy and encourage flowering. Deadhead spent blooms continuously. Cut back by one-third in late summer or early spring to prevent legginess. Remove any plain green shoots promptly — they grow faster and will crowd out the variegated growth.

Pinch out shoot tips regularly during the growing season to promote branching. Cut back stems to one-third their length using clean, sharp scissors, cutting just above a leaf node. Always remove any all-green reversions at their point of origin.