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Pruning guide · Perennial
Siskiyou lewisia: when and how to prune
Lewisia cotyledon
Siskiyou lewisia is best pruned in June.
| Pruning months | June |
|---|---|
| Flowering | April–June |
| Native to Belgium | No, planted |
Siskiyou lewisia: when to prune it?
Straight after flowering, in June.
What else to prune in those months? June
Siskiyou lewisia: how to prune it?
- Cut spent flower stems back to the rosette.
- Gently remove dead or brown lower leaves by hand.
- Remove rotten or soft parts back to healthy tissue.
- Use clean, sharp scissors to prevent infection.
How much to cut, and how often?
- One pruning period a year: June.
What does it mean for wildlife?
- Don’t cut more than you need to: what stays standing gives insects and birds food and shelter.
Caution: While tidying, keep the rosette dry and pull leaves away carefully so as not to damage the neck.
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Plant profile: Siskiyou lewisia · Pruning calendar and basic rules
This guide is compiled from the Bladwijzer plant profile and pruning calendar.