Deadheading: The removal of spent or faded flowers from a plant to encourage further blooming and prevent seed formation.
Think of deadheading as giving your flowers a little haircut. When blooms start to fade and look tired, snipping them off before they form seeds encourages the plant to produce more flowers. This is because the plant’s energy is redirected from seed production to creating new buds.
In your home garden, dead-heading is a great way to keep your flowering plants blooming for longer. It not only improves the overall appearance of your garden but also promotes continuous flowering throughout the season. Different plants might require slightly different deadheading techniques, but generally, you want to remove the flower head along with the stem just below it, where new buds are likely to form. Regular deadheading will keep your garden looking its best and encourage a profusion of blooms.
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