Pruning guide
How to prune woodland sunflower
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Pruning woodland sunflower — FAQ
When should I prune woodland sunflower?
Early spring for dead stem removal; deadhead during late summer bloom. Cut previous year's stems to a few inches above ground in early spring. During flowering, snip spent blooms just below the flower head. Pull or dig unwanted spreading shoots to keep the clump in bounds.
How often does woodland sunflower need pruning?
Annual spring cutback; optional deadheading; ongoing spread management. Woodland Sunflower is a spreading native wildflower that requires little pruning. Remove old stems in early spring at ground level before new growth appears. Deadheading can extend the late-summer bloom period. Managing its rhizomatous spread by removing unwanted shoots is more important than any above-ground pruning.
How do you prune woodland sunflower?
Cut previous year's stems to a few inches above ground in early spring. During flowering, snip spent blooms just below the flower head. Pull or dig unwanted spreading shoots to keep the clump in bounds.