How to prune begonia microsperma

After flowering; damaged growth removed year-round. Use fine-tipped scissors to snip spent flower stems cleanly at the base. Remove any yellowing leaves at the petiole junction. No structural pruning is normally required given its naturally compact habit.

Rarely; as needed. Begonia microsperma is a small, compact species from West Africa and needs very little pruning. Remove spent flower stalks at their base once blooms finish and trim away any dead or damaged leaves as needed. Avoid heavy cutting — this species rarely becomes leggy and benefits most from simply tidying dead growth.

Use fine-tipped scissors to snip spent flower stems cleanly at the base. Remove any yellowing leaves at the petiole junction. No structural pruning is normally required given its naturally compact habit.