Pruning guide
How to prune the blues little bluestem
More the blues little bluestem care
- How to prune little bluestem — the species this cultivar belongs to
- How to prune the blues little bluestem — our other guide for the same plant
- Full the blues little bluestem care guide
- Common the blues little bluestem problems & fixes
- How to propagate the blues little bluestem
- When to repot the blues little bluestem
Pruning the blues little bluestem — FAQ
When should I prune the blues little bluestem?
Late winter to early spring, before new growth begins (February–March in most of the US). Use sharp shears or hedge trimmers to cut the entire clump down to 4–6 inches above the ground in one pass. Do not divide or cut into the crown deeply; new growth emerges from the base.
How often does the blues little bluestem need pruning?
Annually, once per year in late winter. The Blues Little Bluestem benefits from an annual cut-back to keep it tidy and vigorous. Leave the attractive blue-grey stems and seed heads standing through winter for wildlife and ornamental interest, then cut the whole clump back hard to about 4–6 inches before new growth emerges in early spring.
How do you prune the blues little bluestem?
Use sharp shears or hedge trimmers to cut the entire clump down to 4–6 inches above the ground in one pass. Do not divide or cut into the crown deeply; new growth emerges from the base.