Pruning guide
How to prune aglaonema stripes
Best time
Spring for rejuvenation; any time for dead leaf removal
How often
As needed
Technique
Cut dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base with clean scissors. To rejuvenate a leggy plant, trim stems back to a healthy node in spring; new shoots will emerge below the cut.
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Pruning aglaonema stripes — FAQ
When should I prune aglaonema stripes?
Spring for rejuvenation; any time for dead leaf removal. Cut dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base with clean scissors. To rejuvenate a leggy plant, trim stems back to a healthy node in spring; new shoots will emerge below the cut.
How often does aglaonema stripes need pruning?
As needed. Aglaonema Stripes needs little pruning beyond removing dead or yellowing leaves as they appear. The plant holds a naturally upright, tidy form. If stems become bare and leggy after several years, cut them back to a node in spring to stimulate fresh bushy growth from lower on the plant.
How do you prune aglaonema stripes?
Cut dead or yellowing leaves at the petiole base with clean scissors. To rejuvenate a leggy plant, trim stems back to a healthy node in spring; new shoots will emerge below the cut.