How to prune spottted horsemint

Late spring for pinching; late autumn or early spring for cutback. Pinch the top few centimetres of each stem in late spring to encourage branching. Remove spent flower heads by cutting to just above a leaf node. In autumn, cut all stems to 10 cm above the ground after they die back.

Once in late spring; annual autumn or spring cutback. Spotted Horsemint is a drought-tolerant native perennial that needs minimal pruning. Pinch stem tips in late spring to promote bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers to tidy the plant and potentially extend bloom, or leave seed heads to attract native bees and birds. Cut all stems to ground level in late autumn or early spring.

Pinch the top few centimetres of each stem in late spring to encourage branching. Remove spent flower heads by cutting to just above a leaf node. In autumn, cut all stems to 10 cm above the ground after they die back.