Pruning guide
How to prune colima butterwort
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Pruning colima butterwort — FAQ
When should I prune colima butterwort?
As needed year-round when dead leaves appear on outer rosette. Gently peel or snip dead outer leaves at the base. During the succulent phase in winter, leave all live leaves untouched even if they look different from summer growth.
How often does colima butterwort need pruning?
Rarely — only as dead leaves appear. Pinguicula colimensis is a Mexican butterwort that goes through a succulent dry-season rosette phase. Pruning is not required. Remove dead leaves from the outer rosette as they dry back. During the succulent winter phase, leaves become non-carnivorous and thicker — do not remove them, they store energy.
How do you prune colima butterwort?
Gently peel or snip dead outer leaves at the base. During the succulent phase in winter, leave all live leaves untouched even if they look different from summer growth.