How to prune agave schidigera

Any time of year, as needed. Carefully cut dead outer leaves at their base with clean shears, working slowly to avoid pulling the white threads from living leaves nearby. Wear gloves — the terminal spine is sharp.

Rarely — only when dead leaves are present. Agave schidigera is prized for its white marginal threads and needs very little pruning. Remove dead outer leaves at the base as needed, taking care not to tear the decorative filaments from adjacent healthy leaves. Never prune for shape — the thread-lined rosette is the ornamental point entirely.

Carefully cut dead outer leaves at their base with clean shears, working slowly to avoid pulling the white threads from living leaves nearby. Wear gloves — the terminal spine is sharp.