You were right to remove the blooms so that the plant doesn’t waste energy on growing seeds. After that, wait for the foliage to turn brown in the fall and then cut the dead stalks back. Spread 4 to 6 inches of compost around the base of the plant to allow the roots to continue to grow after the first frost.
Hi Jackie,
You were right to remove the blooms so that the plant doesn’t waste energy on growing seeds. After that, wait for the foliage to turn brown in the fall and then cut the dead stalks back. Spread 4 to 6 inches of compost around the base of the plant to allow the roots to continue to grow after the first frost.