How to prune saintpaulia 'buckeye fanfare'

Year-round as flowers fade and leaves yellow. Snap spent flower stalks at the base. Peel away yellowed leaves by pulling them downward and off the stem cleanly. Pinch suckers from the base if a single-crown form is desired.

As needed, roughly every 2–4 weeks. This African violet cultivar needs only light grooming. Remove faded flower stalks and any yellowed or deteriorating outer leaves to keep the rosette tidy and promote fresh blooms. The plant maintains its own compact shape without cutting back. Removing suckers keeps growth focused on the main crown.

Snap spent flower stalks at the base. Peel away yellowed leaves by pulling them downward and off the stem cleanly. Pinch suckers from the base if a single-crown form is desired.