How to prune chamaeranthemum gaudichaudii

Any time as needed during active growth. Pinch growing tips back to the nearest healthy node if the plant becomes lanky. Remove damaged or yellowing leaves by snipping at the base. Keep the overall footprint tidy by trimming wayward stems without cutting into old woody growth.

As needed — very infrequently. Chamaeranthemum gaudichaudii is a creeping tropical ground-cover grown mainly for its patterned foliage. It rarely needs pruning beyond removing dead or damaged leaves. If stems become leggy or sprawl beyond their space, pinch growing tips to encourage branching and a tidier habit. No hard pruning is required or advisable.

Pinch growing tips back to the nearest healthy node if the plant becomes lanky. Remove damaged or yellowing leaves by snipping at the base. Keep the overall footprint tidy by trimming wayward stems without cutting into old woody growth.