Comments on: Deadheading

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 21:40:23 +0000

How do I deadhead a gloxinia? Do I cut the stem all the way off, or do I just cut the top of the stem where the flower sits?

HI Bonnie
Cut the stem all the way off. as close to the center without damaging it.

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Sat, 16 Jun 2007 23:36:47 +0000

Are you supposed to deadhead an spring to fall blooming Clematis?

If you have a young plant you may want to pinch off the spent flowers to keep them from producing seedheads. Seed production drains a lot of energy from a young plant. By cutting off the seedhead you can get more flowers and sometimes (depending on the variety) a second smaller blooming later in the season. If you have an older established clematis, then deadheading is not necessary unless you find the seedhead unattractive .more on Clematis

By: Pam

Pam — Tue, 12 Jun 2007 05:43:00 +0000

Should I deadhead my Gerbera Daisy and where, at the top or base of stem?

Yes, its a good idea to remove the old flower so that it doesn't go to seed. Seed production can reduce the number of new flowers. Simply pinch or cut off the stem close to the the base of the stem trying not to disturb the leaves inside the crown or cut off the dead flower head. Works either way. more info on Gerbera daisy

By: Susan

Susan — Sat, 26 May 2007 22:46:56 +0000

How far down the stem should you deadhead a dianthus?

Cut the stem down to the first set of leaves, which will send out more growth producing more flowers.

By: Jeanine

Jeanine — Thu, 20 Jul 2006 09:01:38 +0000

I am wondering if I should mow my lawn. We have had an extended period of hot and dry weather and I left the lawn long on purpose because I had heard the forcast. It still has not rained and the extended forcast calls for hot and dry weather, but the lawn is getting pretty shaggy. What would be best –to leave it or give up and mow? Will it be more damaging to mow it?

When the weather is hot and dry it is best to let the grass grow as the long grass blades help to shade the roots and conserve the little moisture you have in the soil. Probably better not to mow but if you can’t stand the looks of it and choose to mow, set the blade on a high and endure the dust storm.

By: Flo

Flo — Wed, 22 Jun 2005 10:43:40 +0000

Balloon Flowers- Mine are already close to 3 feet tall. Can these be cut back before they bud?

You can cut them back but it should be done in May to early June and then blooming will be slowed up to 2 weeks. In late June/July -blooming is delayed for 4 wks.

By: Becky

Becky — Wed, 08 Jun 2005 20:27:20 +0000

When deadheading does it matter if you pinch or cut the flower off.

No, its usually what is easier. Sometimes the stems are so woody that you can’t pinch the flower head off you have to cut it.

By: Gail

Gail — Tue, 31 May 2005 22:39:15 +0000

I just purchased (3) Hymenoxys Acaulis(Angelita Daisy) how do I care for it, does it need to be deadheaded? How do you deadhead it?

Angelita daisy is a great xeriscape plant that tolerates dry conditions. Great for banks and rock gardens in groups or individual mounds. Grow it in full sun. Don’t overwater it. Yes, they do benefit from deadheading. To keep it blooming all season long, remove the flower spikes/old flower heads before they produce seeds.

By: Rhikki

Rhikki — Mon, 16 May 2005 22:36:06 +0000

I am very interested in planting some foxgloves, I was told they are a perennial, but someone told me they are biennial. What is the difference and how do I keep them growing strong

They are both ,true species of Digitalis are perennials, but the most commonly grown are biennial (blooms every other year). Mine blooms every year(perennial). Foxglove needs rich well drained soil, part shade to sun. If conditions are right they will reseed. All parts of this plant are poisonous.

By: Sue

Sue — Fri, 03 Sep 2004 19:15:32 +0000

My liatris have already bloomed . Am I supposed to cut the large stalk back or not.

Yes,you can cut it back. The stalk only blooms once.