Pruning guide

How to prune watermelon begonia

Best time

Early spring and again in early summer if needed

How often

Once or twice a year (light tidy-up as needed throughout)

Technique

Use clean scissors to cut trailing stems back by one-third to one-half their length. Make cuts just above a node. Removed stems root readily in moist soil, so use them for propagation.

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Pruning watermelon begonia — FAQ

When should I prune watermelon begonia?

Early spring and again in early summer if needed. Use clean scissors to cut trailing stems back by one-third to one-half their length. Make cuts just above a node. Removed stems root readily in moist soil, so use them for propagation.

How often does watermelon begonia need pruning?

Once or twice a year (light tidy-up as needed throughout). Watermelon Begonia (Pellionia repens) benefits from occasional trimming to curb its trailing stems and keep growth dense. It does not need heavy pruning, but cutting leggy stems back by one-third to one-half once or twice a year encourages a fuller, more compact plant. Remove any dead or yellowed growth whenever it appears.

How do you prune watermelon begonia?

Use clean scissors to cut trailing stems back by one-third to one-half their length. Make cuts just above a node. Removed stems root readily in moist soil, so use them for propagation.