It depends why you are growing it. If grown for decoration leave the flowers on if for culinary use then keep the flowers cut off and the foliage young as this improves the flavour.
Yes, it is generally recommended to cut the flowers off sage plants. This practice helps redirect the plant's energy towards leaf production rather than flowering and seed formation, resulting in a more robust herb. Additionally, removing the flowers can enhance the flavor and aroma of the leaves, making them more desirable for culinary use.
Yes, you should cut off flowers on a thyme plant if you want to encourage more leaf growth and maintain a bushier appearance. Flowering can divert energy from leaf production, which is typically the desired part of the plant for culinary use. If you prefer the aesthetic or want to allow the plant to flower for pollinators, you can leave them, but regular pruning will enhance the plant's overall health and yield.
because you cut them off from the roots
It is believed that adding sugar to the water for cut flowers provides the flowers with a food source since the flowers have been literally "cut off" from their food supply.
Yes.
Yes, it is recommended to cut off dead lily flowers to promote new growth and improve the overall health of the plant.
Yes, it is recommended to cut off dead flowers from hydrangeas to promote new growth and encourage the plant to bloom again.
Chrysanthemums flowers will die and should be cut off to encourage more flowers to bloom.
Yes, it is recommended to cut off dead peace lily flowers to encourage new growth and maintain the plant's appearance.
Yes, it is recommended to cut off dead hyacinth flowers to promote new growth and prevent the plant from expending energy on producing seeds.
He cut the flowers off her bushes.
Yes, if you 'dead-head' or cut off the heads of sunflowers, the plant will usually continue to produce more flowers. This varies somewhat with the variety of sunflower and the bushy type will produce the most flowers when flower heads are removed.