Pruning guide
How to prune compact ice plant
Best time
Spring, as growth resumes
How often
As needed
Technique
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
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Pruning compact ice plant — FAQ
When should I prune compact ice plant?
Spring, as growth resumes. Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.
How often does compact ice plant need pruning?
As needed. Compact Ice Plant needs little routine pruning. Mainly remove yellowing, damaged or dead leaves at the base with clean scissors, and trim any leggy or overgrown stems in spring if you want a fuller, more compact shape. It is hard to harm by light tidying.
How do you prune compact ice plant?
Snip dead or leggy growth at the base with clean, sharp scissors.