How to prune clinacanthus nutans

Throughout the growing season; harder cut-back in early spring or after flowering. Tip-pinch growing shoots just above a node every four to six weeks to stimulate branching. Cut back older or bare stems by one-third to one-half in spring. Remove any dead or very woody stems at the base.

Tip-pinch every 4-6 weeks during active growth; harder cut once a year in spring. Sabah snake grass is a fast-growing tropical shrub valued medicinally and for its foliage. Left unpruned it becomes leggy with sparse leaves low on the stem. Regular pruning keeps it dense. Tip-pinch new growth frequently during the growing season, and cut older stems back after flowering to encourage fresh leafy shoots.

Tip-pinch growing shoots just above a node every four to six weeks to stimulate branching. Cut back older or bare stems by one-third to one-half in spring. Remove any dead or very woody stems at the base.