How to prune agave pelona

Any time of year, as needed. Cut dead outer leaves at their base with pruning shears. Despite the smooth margins, protect eyes from the terminal spine. No shaping is needed — the natural rosette form is the ornamental feature.

Rarely — only to remove dead or damaged leaves. Agave pelona (pelon agave) is distinctive for its smooth, spineless leaf margins but still has a terminal spine. It needs minimal pruning — only remove dead outer leaves at the base as they dry. The lack of marginal teeth makes handling safer than most agaves, but the tip remains a puncture hazard.

Cut dead outer leaves at their base with pruning shears. Despite the smooth margins, protect eyes from the terminal spine. No shaping is needed — the natural rosette form is the ornamental feature.