No, we don't recommend cutting the flower spikes off after the blooms are gone. We only make cuts at the base of the plant since the plant won't sprout new growth from the cuts, it grows new shoots from the roots.
They do fine in containers as long as they don't dry out too much between waterings; they need feeding throughout the year as well to keep them green. Depending on the size of the container, they do get root bound and end up needing frequent irrigation or a bigger container. They can get droopy if they don't get enough sun. If the roots dry out too much the shoots can collapse and turn brown. If one is yellow, it may be a little stressed. You could try feeding it with something like liquid fish fertilizer or just an all-purpose fertilizer.
Do you cut the flower spikes off after blooms are gone?
No, we don't recommend cutting the flower spikes off after the blooms are gone. We only make cuts at the base of the plant since the plant won't sprout new growth from the cuts, it grows new shoots from the roots.
Thank you! We several in a tall planter, theyve all drooped low and now one is yellow - do they not do well in planters?
They do fine in containers as long as they don't dry out too much between waterings; they need feeding throughout the year as well to keep them green. Depending on the size of the container, they do get root bound and end up needing frequent irrigation or a bigger container. They can get droopy if they don't get enough sun. If the roots dry out too much the shoots can collapse and turn brown. If one is yellow, it may be a little stressed. You could try feeding it with something like liquid fish fertilizer or just an all-purpose fertilizer.