Pruning guide
How to prune crassula columnaris
Best time
After flowering and die-back of the main stem
How often
Once, at the end of the plant's monocarpic cycle
Technique
Once the flowering column has fully died, cut it cleanly at soil level with sterile scissors. Leave surrounding offsets undisturbed to grow on as replacements.
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Pruning crassula columnaris — FAQ
When should I prune crassula columnaris?
After flowering and die-back of the main stem. Once the flowering column has fully died, cut it cleanly at soil level with sterile scissors. Leave surrounding offsets undisturbed to grow on as replacements.
How often does crassula columnaris need pruning?
Once, at the end of the plant's monocarpic cycle. Crassula columnaris is a monocarpic succulent — it flowers once, then the main column dies. No pruning of living columns is needed or helpful. After the central stem flowers and dies back, remove the spent stem cleanly at the base. Offsets (pups) around the base will carry the plant forward.
How do you prune crassula columnaris?
Once the flowering column has fully died, cut it cleanly at soil level with sterile scissors. Leave surrounding offsets undisturbed to grow on as replacements.