Question From:
Albert Fawcett in Elanora, Gold Coast Queensland
Nature of problem:
When should I prune back my Cuphea hyssopifolia to encourage new growth and enhance flowerring?
Type of Plant (if known):
Cupea Hyssopifolia Pink flower
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Starting to get woody
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Good soil, well drained.
How often do you water the plant:
fortnightly durring winter
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
10
How long since you planted it:
1 year
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Yes. Blood & Bone
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Ground
What other treatments have you given the plant:
None
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Other Comments:
Answer:
That is a very pretty plant Albert. You can prune it now or after flowering. It responds very well to pruning and every bit cut off should strike as a cutting if you wish. Don
