Pruning guide
How to prune calathea crocata tassmania
Best time
Deadhead after flowering; remove damaged leaves any time
How often
After each flowering cycle; cosmetic leaf removal as needed
Technique
Cut spent flower stalks cleanly at the base. Remove individual yellowed leaves at their petiole base. Sterilise scissors between plants.
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Pruning calathea crocata tassmania — FAQ
When should I prune calathea crocata tassmania?
Deadhead after flowering; remove damaged leaves any time. Cut spent flower stalks cleanly at the base. Remove individual yellowed leaves at their petiole base. Sterilise scissors between plants.
How often does calathea crocata tassmania need pruning?
After each flowering cycle; cosmetic leaf removal as needed. Calathea Crocata 'Tassmania' is grown for its orange blooms as much as its dark foliage. Deadhead spent flower stalks by cutting them back to the base once blooms fade. Remove yellowed leaves the same way. No other pruning is required — the plant's compact form needs no shaping.
How do you prune calathea crocata tassmania?
Cut spent flower stalks cleanly at the base. Remove individual yellowed leaves at their petiole base. Sterilise scissors between plants.