Pruning guide
How to prune portulaca oleracea 'fairytales cinderella'
Best time
Midsummer only if sprawl control is needed
How often
Rarely; once per season at most
Technique
Trim straggly stems lightly by up to one-quarter with clean scissors, cutting just above a leaf node. Do not remove more than a quarter of the plant at once.
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Pruning portulaca oleracea 'fairytales cinderella' — FAQ
When should I prune portulaca oleracea 'fairytales cinderella'?
Midsummer only if sprawl control is needed. Trim straggly stems lightly by up to one-quarter with clean scissors, cutting just above a leaf node. Do not remove more than a quarter of the plant at once.
How often does portulaca oleracea 'fairytales cinderella' need pruning?
Rarely; once per season at most. Portulaca oleracea 'Fairytales Cinderella' is a semi-double ornamental purslane that self-cleans and requires very little pruning. Dead flowers drop on their own. If stems sprawl untidily in midsummer, a light trim of up to one-quarter keeps the plant compact. Avoid hard pruning; this species performs best with minimal intervention.
How do you prune portulaca oleracea 'fairytales cinderella'?
Trim straggly stems lightly by up to one-quarter with clean scissors, cutting just above a leaf node. Do not remove more than a quarter of the plant at once.