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Pruning guide

How to prune western sunflower

Best time
Early spring for cleanup; deadhead during summer–autumn flowering period
How often
Annual spring cutback; optional deadheading during bloom
Technique
In early spring, cut all old stems to ground level before new growth emerges. Snip spent flower heads just below the bloom during the season if extended flowering is desired.

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Pruning western sunflower — FAQ

When should I prune western sunflower?

Early spring for cleanup; deadhead during summer–autumn flowering period. In early spring, cut all old stems to ground level before new growth emerges. Snip spent flower heads just below the bloom during the season if extended flowering is desired.

How often does western sunflower need pruning?

Annual spring cutback; optional deadheading during bloom. Western Sunflower is a compact, stoloniferous native perennial that needs minimal pruning. Cut dead stems to the ground in early spring. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage continued blooming. Like other native sunflowers, leaving some seed heads in place provides food for finches and sparrows through winter.

How do you prune western sunflower?

In early spring, cut all old stems to ground level before new growth emerges. Snip spent flower heads just below the bloom during the season if extended flowering is desired.