How to prune streptocarpus 'bethan'

Throughout the flowering season (typically spring through autumn). Snap or cut spent flower stalks cleanly at the base where they emerge from the leaf. Remove old, yellowing, or damaged leaves by pulling them gently downward and away from the crown, or cut with clean scissors. Avoid leaving stubs, which can rot.

Every 2–4 weeks during the growing season. Streptocarpus 'Bethan' benefits from regular removal of spent flower stems and old or yellowing leaves to keep energy directed toward new blooms. Unlike shrubby plants, it does not need hard pruning. Deadheading spent stalks promptly extends the flowering season considerably, and removing aged leaves prevents rot in humid conditions.

Snap or cut spent flower stalks cleanly at the base where they emerge from the leaf. Remove old, yellowing, or damaged leaves by pulling them gently downward and away from the crown, or cut with clean scissors. Avoid leaving stubs, which can rot.