How to prune pineapple upsidedown cake hosta

Autumn after first frost for foliage cutback; deadhead scapes midsummer after flowering. Cut flower scapes to the base with clean scissors once blooms fade. In late autumn, cut all foliage to ground level with shears and compost the debris to reduce slug egg overwintering.

Annually (autumn cutback); as needed for damaged leaves during the season. Hostas need minimal pruning. Remove flower scapes after blooming if you prefer a tidy look or want to redirect energy to the foliage. Cut back all foliage to the ground in autumn after frost blackens the leaves. Trim any damaged or slug-eaten leaves during the growing season to keep the clump looking its best.

Cut flower scapes to the base with clean scissors once blooms fade. In late autumn, cut all foliage to ground level with shears and compost the debris to reduce slug egg overwintering.