Pruning guide
How to prune calathea network
Best time
Any time of year as damaged leaves appear
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or damaged leaves at the base of each petiole with sterilised scissors. Avoid cutting into healthy leaf tissue, which can cause browning at the wound site.
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Pruning calathea network — FAQ
When should I prune calathea network?
Any time of year as damaged leaves appear. Snip dead or damaged leaves at the base of each petiole with sterilised scissors. Avoid cutting into healthy leaf tissue, which can cause browning at the wound site.
How often does calathea network need pruning?
As needed. Calathea Network requires no shaping or structural pruning. Its intricate mosaic-patterned leaves grow directly from the base as a clumping rosette. Remove any leaves that have yellowed, crisped at the edges, or died back by cutting cleanly at the base of the petiole.
How do you prune calathea network?
Snip dead or damaged leaves at the base of each petiole with sterilised scissors. Avoid cutting into healthy leaf tissue, which can cause browning at the wound site.