How to prune calathea white fusion

Any time, ideally outside winter dormancy. Cut individual deteriorating stems at the base with clean, sharp scissors. Disinfect blades between cuts if disease is suspected to prevent spreading fungal or bacterial issues.

As needed. Calathea White Fusion requires only cosmetic pruning. Like all Goeppertia species it grows from a rhizome and will not branch from cut stems. Remove leaves that are yellowing, crispy, or fully brown by cutting each stem cleanly at soil level. Avoid over-pruning — this variety is slow-growing and removing too many leaves stresses the plant.

Cut individual deteriorating stems at the base with clean, sharp scissors. Disinfect blades between cuts if disease is suspected to prevent spreading fungal or bacterial issues.