Water regularly during the growing season, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering in autumn and winter, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot, especially in cooler conditions. Good drainage is essential.

Prune back old flower stems after flowering to encourage a tidier appearance and potentially a second bloom.

Cut back all stems to the ground in late autumn or early spring before new growth emerges to promote vigorous new shoots. Remove any dead or damaged stems promptly.

Propagate by division of established clumps in early spring or autumn. Sow seeds in autumn or early spring, preferably in a cold frame or unheated greenhouse. Germination can be slow and irregular.

Divisions establish more quickly than seedlings.

As Galega orientalis is a perennial that spreads via rhizomes, it rarely needs repotting unless it becomes overcrowded in a pot. If container-grown and pot-bound, repot in spring, dividing the plant into smaller sections, into a slightly larger container with fresh, well-draining potting mix.