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Pruning guide

How to prune caladium white christmas

Best time
Autumn, as the plant enters dormancy
How often
Annually at dormancy; no in-season pruning needed
Technique
When leaves yellow and wither at the end of the season, cut foliage to the soil line with clean scissors. Do not force or rush — let the tuber reabsorb nutrients first. Lift, dry, and store tubers in a cool, dry place for winter.

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Pruning caladium white christmas — FAQ

When should I prune caladium white christmas?

Autumn, as the plant enters dormancy. When leaves yellow and wither at the end of the season, cut foliage to the soil line with clean scissors. Do not force or rush — let the tuber reabsorb nutrients first. Lift, dry, and store tubers in a cool, dry place for winter.

How often does caladium white christmas need pruning?

Annually at dormancy; no in-season pruning needed. Caladium 'White Christmas' is a seasonal, bulb-grown plant that dies back naturally in autumn. No pruning is needed during the growing season. As leaves yellow and die back in late summer or autumn, you can trim them off or leave them to die down naturally before lifting and storing the tubers.

How do you prune caladium white christmas?

When leaves yellow and wither at the end of the season, cut foliage to the soil line with clean scissors. Do not force or rush — let the tuber reabsorb nutrients first. Lift, dry, and store tubers in a cool, dry place for winter.