How to prune treasure flower

Deadhead throughout summer; cut back perennial plants in early spring. Snap or snip individual spent flower stalks at the base of the stem. For perennial plants, shear the entire clump to half its height in early spring just as new foliage begins emerging.

Regular deadheading every few days; one annual spring cut-back on perennial forms. Gazania rigens benefits from consistent deadheading to keep flowers coming all season. Remove spent heads promptly, as old flowers close and can look untidy. In mild climates where Gazania is perennial, cut the whole plant back by half in early spring to remove woody growth and stimulate fresh, compact growth and new blooms.

Snap or snip individual spent flower stalks at the base of the stem. For perennial plants, shear the entire clump to half its height in early spring just as new foliage begins emerging.