How to prune pelargonium 'lord bute'

Late summer after flowering, or early spring before new growth. Pinch or snip growing tips on young shoots to promote branching. Cut back leggy stems by up to half to a node or side shoot, and remove all spent flower heads promptly to extend the blooming season.

Deadhead continuously in season; hard trim once or twice a year. Pelargonium 'Lord Bute' is a regal pelargonium that benefits from regular pruning to stay bushy and flower well. Pinch out growing tips on young plants to encourage branching, deadhead spent blooms throughout the season, and cut back by one-third to one-half in late summer or early spring to prevent legginess.

Pinch or snip growing tips on young shoots to promote branching. Cut back leggy stems by up to half to a node or side shoot, and remove all spent flower heads promptly to extend the blooming season.