If you’re looking to add more beauty to your veggie garden and boost the productivity of your perennials, this episode is your green-thumb guide to giving those flowers a haircut.
Today on Just Grow Something we're talking:
• What the Chelsea Chop is and why it's done
• Ideal plants for the technique (Echinacea, Rudbeckia, Sedum, Phlox, and more)
• Different pruning strategies and how to choose the right one
• The timing of the chop based on your climate and plant maturity
• Benefits for both aesthetics and garden health (more airflow, fewer pests!)
The Chelsea Chop is more than just a cut—it's a strategic move to shape your garden and support pollinators. Let's dig in!
References and Resources:
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RHS Chelsea Chop: https://www.rhs.org.uk/pruning/chelsea-chop
BBC Gardener's World, How to Do the Chelsea Chop: https://www.gardenersworld.com/plants/how-to-do-the-chelsea-chop/
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