Pruning guide
How to prune drosera capensis 'red'
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Pruning drosera capensis 'red' — FAQ
When should I prune drosera capensis 'red'?
After flowering in summer; dead-leaf removal any time. Pull or snip dead leaves from the base of the rosette. Cut finished flower stalks at the base once seeds are collected (or earlier if self-seeding is unwanted). Use clean scissors and handle the plant gently to avoid triggering tentacle mucilage waste.
How often does drosera capensis 'red' need pruning?
As needed — typically a few times across the growing season. Cape sundew 'Red' needs very little pruning. Remove spent flower stalks after blooming and peel away dead, blackened leaves from the base to prevent rot and improve airflow. The plant self-cleans reasonably well. Healthy sticky tentacles must never be disturbed — they are the plant's active feeding surface.
How do you prune drosera capensis 'red'?
Pull or snip dead leaves from the base of the rosette. Cut finished flower stalks at the base once seeds are collected (or earlier if self-seeding is unwanted). Use clean scissors and handle the plant gently to avoid triggering tentacle mucilage waste.