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Pruning guide

How to prune epipremnum aureum harlequin

Best time
Spring through summer; reversion removal any time
How often
Every 6–12 months; reversion removal as it appears
Technique
Cut stem just above a healthy node with sterilized scissors. Remove fully green reverted stems at their point of origin. Avoid cutting into older woody stem sections unnecessarily.

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Pruning epipremnum aureum harlequin — FAQ

When should I prune epipremnum aureum harlequin?

Spring through summer; reversion removal any time. Cut stem just above a healthy node with sterilized scissors. Remove fully green reverted stems at their point of origin. Avoid cutting into older woody stem sections unnecessarily.

How often does epipremnum aureum harlequin need pruning?

Every 6–12 months; reversion removal as it appears. Epipremnum aureum 'Harlequin' needs occasional pruning to stay full and to control reversion. Trim leggy vines back to a node to promote branching. Critically, remove any leaves reverting to plain green immediately — 'Harlequin' is heavily variegated and reverted growth will outcompete the variegated portions if left unchecked.

How do you prune epipremnum aureum harlequin?

Cut stem just above a healthy node with sterilized scissors. Remove fully green reverted stems at their point of origin. Avoid cutting into older woody stem sections unnecessarily.