How to prune dyckia 'cherry cola'

Late winter to early spring, or anytime dead leaves are present. Wearing thick gloves, cut spent or dead leaves as close to the base as possible with sterilized shears. To propagate, separate offset pups when they reach half the size of the parent, let cut ends callous for a day, then pot in gritty, well-draining mix.

As needed; once a year or less. Dyckia 'Cherry Cola' needs minimal pruning. Like all Dyckias it is not monocarpic, so the plant persists and can re-flower each year. Simply remove dead or damaged leaves as they occur. The glossy, richly colored leaves are the main attraction — avoid unnecessary cutting that disrupts the rosette shape. Always wear gloves.

Wearing thick gloves, cut spent or dead leaves as close to the base as possible with sterilized shears. To propagate, separate offset pups when they reach half the size of the parent, let cut ends callous for a day, then pot in gritty, well-draining mix.