How to prune golden mosaic ctenanthe

Any time of year as needed; divide in spring. Cut individual leaf stems at the base with clean scissors. Remove any all-green reverted stems entirely at soil level. Divide congested root clumps in spring, separating rooted stems.

As needed for hygiene; division every 2–3 years. Golden Mosaic Ctenanthe needs minimal pruning. Remove yellowed, damaged, or tatty leaves by cutting the entire petiole cleanly at the base. If stems become crowded or the plant produces unvariegated growth (reversion), remove those stems entirely. Dividing congested clumps every 2–3 years is more beneficial than pruning.

Cut individual leaf stems at the base with clean scissors. Remove any all-green reverted stems entirely at soil level. Divide congested root clumps in spring, separating rooted stems.