How to prune aeschynanthus tricolor

After the main flowering flush, typically late summer to early autumn. Cut long, trailing stems back by one-third to one-half using clean scissors. Pinch growing tips on new stems to encourage branching and more flower buds.

Annually, after flowering; pinch tips as needed during the growing season. Aeschynanthus tricolor (lipstick plant) benefits from pruning after flowering to maintain a full, bushy habit. Leggy stems should be cut back by up to one-half to encourage dense new growth and better flowering. Pinch out stem tips on young plants to promote branching. Remove spent blooms throughout the season.

Cut long, trailing stems back by one-third to one-half using clean scissors. Pinch growing tips on new stems to encourage branching and more flower buds.