How to prune cryptocoryne wendtii 'green'

As needed year-round. Pinch or cut yellowing outer leaves cleanly at the base with aquarium scissors. To limit spread, trim or remove daughter plants that grow on runners once they have developed a few leaves of their own. Leave the central crown and healthy leaves untouched.

As needed; remove individual leaves as they decline. Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' needs minimal pruning. Remove old, yellowing, or dying leaves by pulling or cutting them at the base — this keeps the plant tidy and prevents decay. New leaves grow from the center continuously. Trim runners only if you want to control spread. No scheduled cutbacks are needed.

Pinch or cut yellowing outer leaves cleanly at the base with aquarium scissors. To limit spread, trim or remove daughter plants that grow on runners once they have developed a few leaves of their own. Leave the central crown and healthy leaves untouched.