How to prune codonanthe crassifolia

After the main flush of flowers, typically late spring or summer. Pinch or cut stem tips back by one-quarter to one-third to stimulate lateral branching. Cut dead or overly long trailing stems back to a healthy node or to the base. Use clean scissors or pruning snips.

Annually after flowering, with light tip-pinching as needed through the growing season. Codonanthe crassifolia is a trailing gesneriad that benefits from light pruning to keep it bushy and encourage flowering. Pinch back long, bare stems after flowering to promote branching. Remove any dead or weak stems at the base. It grows vigorously and tolerates moderate trimming without issue.

Pinch or cut stem tips back by one-quarter to one-third to stimulate lateral branching. Cut dead or overly long trailing stems back to a healthy node or to the base. Use clean scissors or pruning snips.