How to prune california sunset

Any time for dead leaf removal; beheading best done in spring or early summer. Pull dried lower leaves away by hand. If etiolated, cut the stem below the rosette with a clean blade, allow the cut end to callous for a few days, then re-root in gritty compost.

Rarely — only when etiolation or damage occurs. California Sunset is a compact hybrid succulent (Graptopetalum × Sedum) that rarely needs pruning. Remove dead or damaged lower leaves by hand as they dry. If the rosette stretches (etiolates) in low light, behead and re-root the top to restore compactness. Otherwise, leave it alone — routine pruning is unnecessary.

Pull dried lower leaves away by hand. If etiolated, cut the stem below the rosette with a clean blade, allow the cut end to callous for a few days, then re-root in gritty compost.