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Pruning guide

How to prune caladium miss muffet

Best time
Autumn for full dormancy cutback; spring through summer for removing individual leaves
How often
Occasional tidying during the growing season; full cutback once each autumn
Technique
Cut individual leaf stems at or just below soil level with clean scissors. At dormancy, cut all remaining foliage down and store tubers in a cool, dry, frost-free place.

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Pruning caladium miss muffet — FAQ

When should I prune caladium miss muffet?

Autumn for full dormancy cutback; spring through summer for removing individual leaves. Cut individual leaf stems at or just below soil level with clean scissors. At dormancy, cut all remaining foliage down and store tubers in a cool, dry, frost-free place.

How often does caladium miss muffet need pruning?

Occasional tidying during the growing season; full cutback once each autumn. Caladium 'Miss Muffet' is a compact cultivar that needs only basic maintenance. Remove faded or damaged leaves by cutting at the base of the stem. Like all caladiums, it dies back naturally in autumn — cut all growth to soil level then and let the tuber go dormant until spring temperatures warm again.

How do you prune caladium miss muffet?

Cut individual leaf stems at or just below soil level with clean scissors. At dormancy, cut all remaining foliage down and store tubers in a cool, dry, frost-free place.