How to prune pelargonium quercifolium

Spring through summer (tip-pinching); late summer before overwintering. Pinch out growing tips above a node regularly to stimulate branching. At the seasonal cutback, reduce all main stems by one-third to one-half with clean secateurs, cutting just above an outward-facing node or leaf.

Tip-pinch monthly in the growing season; hard prune once annually in late summer. Pelargonium quercifolium (oak-leaved or village oak geranium) is a vigorous scented-leaf species that can become woody and sprawling without regular pruning. Pinch tips throughout the growing season for bushiness. Cut back hard in late summer before bringing indoors, reducing stems by up to half to rejuvenate the plant and control size.

Pinch out growing tips above a node regularly to stimulate branching. At the seasonal cutback, reduce all main stems by one-third to one-half with clean secateurs, cutting just above an outward-facing node or leaf.